When you’re looking for recipe inspiration, don’t be afraid to take things back to your childhood with a little home cooking. Here’s a warm, cosy solution that pairs well with Maltese bread if you need to fill up, and is perfect for upcoming Autumn days.
Baked Broccoli Mac
Recipe courtesy of Cookin’ Savvy & Culinary.net
Servings: 4-6
1 box (1 pound) pasta noodles, such as cellentani, elbow or penne
2 cups chopped broccoli
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half
2 cups mozzarella
1/2 block pasteurized cheese product, cubed
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Topping:
2 cups breadcrumbs
1/2 stick butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Heat oven to 170 degrees Celsius.
In large pot, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain well then add broccoli, chicken broth, cream, mozzarella, pasteurized cheese product, garlic powder and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Mix well.
To make topping: In bowl, mix breadcrumbs, butter and Parmesan cheese.
Pour macaroni mixture into large baking dish then sprinkle with breadcrumb mixture. Bake 30 minutes.
