Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Bake
This recipe combines tender penne pasta with vibrant broccoli in a creamy, cheesy sauce that's bursting with flavors. The wholegrain mustard adds a delightful tanginess while the golden, bubbling cheese on top adds a satisfying crunch. Perfect for a comforting meal that's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 280g penne
- 280g broccoli , cut into florets
- 25g butter
- 25g plain flour
- 300ml milk
- 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
- 140g mature cheddar , grated
Instructions
- Cook the pasta, adding the broccoli for the final 4-5 mins and cooking until tender. Drain well, then heat the grill.
- Heat the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour. Cook for 1 min, then gradually add the milk, stirring well between each addition. Bring to the boil, stirring, then simmer for 2 mins, before stirring in the mustard, half the cheese and seasoning.
- Mix the pasta and broccoli into the sauce and spoon into an ovenproof dish. Scatter over the remaining cheese and place under a hot grill for 3-4 mins until golden and bubbling.
Cook Time
20M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 539 calories
- Fat Content: 21 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 12 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 67 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 7 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 5 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 25 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.01 milligram of sodium
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