How to Make Pasta Broccoli Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few dishes as comforting and satisfying as a cheesy, creamy pasta bake. And when you add broccoli to the mix, you not only get a hearty and delicious meal, but you also boost the nutritional value of the dish. This Pasta Broccoli Bake recipe is the perfect way to enjoy the classic combination of pasta and cheese while getting in a serving of veggies.

One of the best things about this Pasta Broccoli Bake is that it's incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of simple ingr...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package fusilli pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ⅓ cup butter
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 ½ pounds fresh broccoli, cooked
  • ¾ cup shredded Swiss cheese

Information

  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 8 to 10 servings

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water cook rigatoni or fusilli pasta with one tablespoon of oil until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan melt butter or margarine. Stir in flour and milk and whisk until mixture boils and thickens. Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic salt, nutmeg, thyme and grated Cheddar cheese and stir until blended.
  • Add cooked broccoli and drained pasta to cheese sauce. Mix well. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with grated Swiss cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees C(175 degrees C) for 20 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    405 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 1246mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 68mg
    • Calcium: 451mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 462mg