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Ham and Cheese Macaroni
1 cup elbow macaroni 2 cups broccoli flowerets or one 10-ounce package frozen cut broccoli -- cooked and drained 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham or turkey ham 1 medium green or red bell pepper -- cut into 3/4-inch squares 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 cup cubed American cheese 3/4 cup soft bread crumbs -- (1 slice) 1 tablespoon butter or margarine -- melted
Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
In a 2-quart casserole combine macaroni, broccoli, ham, and green or red pepper; set aside.
For sauce, in a small saucepan stir together milk, cornstarch, and pepper. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add cheese; stir until melted. Stir sauce into mixture in casserole.
Combine bread crumbs and margarine; sprinkle atop mixture in casserole.
Bake, uncovered, in a 350: F. oven for 30 minutes or until bubbly and bread crumbs are lightly browned.
Servings: 4 Source: Better Homes and Gardens
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