Ingredients

300g Co-op macaroni 1 broccoli head, cut into florets 30g Co-op unsalted butter 1 heaped tbsp Co-op plain white flour 400ml semi-skimmed milk (or 300ml milk and 100ml cooking water) 120g Co-op grated mature Cheddar;

Method

1. Cook the pasta according to the pack instructions, adding the broccoli florets to the pan halfway through, then drain 2. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small pan 3. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 mins 4. Remove the pan from the heat and gradually add the milk, a little at a time, stirring well until fully incorporated before each addition 5. Put the pan back on the heat and cook, stirring, until the sauce has thickened and been bubbling for 2 mins 6. Stir in the cheese and season with black pepper 7. Preheat the grill to medium-high 8. Stir the cheesy sauce through the pasta and broccoli, then spoon into a 1.4 litre baking dish 9. Grill for 4-5 mins, until golden, then serve