Recipe: Ham and Cheese Macaroni (using American cheese and broccoli)

Ham and Cheese Macaroni
Source: Better Homes and Gardens.
Servings: 4

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 350F. oven for 30 minutes or until bubbly and bread crumbs are lightly browned.