Easy Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Casserole

Broccoli is one of the most loved vegetables. It’s nutritious and yummy, perfect for different recipes. So, try this easy cheesy broccoli pasta casserole by Simple Quick & Delicious at home. It’s incredibly good! Even people who don’t like the taste of this veggie will be amazed by this dish. Watch the video below for the full instructions.

Ingredients:

• 1 head of broccoli (cut into florets)
• 8.8 oz of pasta
• 1/2 onion (chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 2 teaspoons of salt
• a pinch of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
• 4 tablespoons of butter
• 4 tablespoons of flour
• 3 cups of milk
• 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese or gouda cheese

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Instructions:

Step 1:

Place a pat filled with water over heat. Let it boil then add 1 teaspoon of salt. Add the broccoli florets. Cook them for about 3 to 4 minutes, then remove them from the water. Do not drain the water.

Step 2:

In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and cook the pasta based on the packaging instructions. Once cooked, drain the water and set it aside.

Step 3:

Add 4 tablespoons of butter to a pot and melt over low heat. Once melted, add the chopped onion and crushed garlic. Cook them for about 2 to 3 minutes. Next, add 4 tablespoons of flour. Continuously mix for 1 minute. Gradually add 3 cups of milk, while stirring. Cook until it slightly thickens for about 5 to 6 minutes. Once done, remove from heat.

Step 4:

Add 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese to the mixture. Stir well until melted. Then season with a pinch of black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg. Mix until well combined. Next, add salt according to taste and stir again.

Step 5:

Mix the cooked broccoli and pasta. Then pour the sauce. Mix until the pasta is fully coated with the sauce. Transfer the pasta into a casserole dish, then top with 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 6:

Place in the oven and bake at 360 degrees F or until cheese melts and is golden brown.

Easy Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Casserole