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Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Bake

Penne and broccoli in a creamy cheddar sauce with a golden top.

Ingredients

• 320 g penne
• 400 g broccoli
• 40 g butter
• 40 g plain flour
• 500 ml milk
• 150 g mature cheddar
• 150 g cherry tomatoes

Method

1. Heat the oven to 200C (180C fan). Cut the broccoli into small florets, grate the cheddar and halve the tomatoes.
2. Cook the penne following the packet instructions, adding the broccoli for the last 3 minutes. Drain well.
3. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan over a medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually add the milk a little at a time, stirring all the time so no lumps form. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring, until thick and smooth.
5. Take off the heat and stir in two thirds of the cheese. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
6. Mix the pasta and broccoli with the sauce and tip into an ovenproof dish.
7. Top with the tomatoes and the rest of the cheese.
8. Bake for 20 minutes, until golden and bubbling.