Jalapeño macaroni cheese

Jalapeño macaroni cheese
British veg and cheese make this classic comfort food shine
Serves 2 people  / 
Prep 5 mins  / 
Cook 15 mins

Ingredients

120g macaroni 50g Co-op British cauliflower 40g Co-op British purple sprouting broccoli, halved 25g Co-op unsalted butter 1 tbsp Co-op plain flour 300ml Co-op semi-skimmed milk 1/2 tsp mustard 50g Co-op Irresistible Somerset vintage Cheddar, grated 6 Co-op British piccolo tomatoes, halved 2 tbsp jalapeños, chopped Pinch paprika;

Method

Cook the macaroni according to the pack instructions, adding the veg to the pan for the last 2 mins of cooking Meanwhile, melt the butter in a frying pan and add the flour, stirring for 2 mins, until thick Gradually whisk in the milk, and continue to simmer until you have a creamy white sauce Stir in the mustard and half the grated cheese, then season to taste Add the pasta, veg and tomatoes to the pan and stir together Spoon into an ovenproof dish and sprinkle with the jalapeños, the rest of the cheese and the paprika Cook under a hot grill for 6-8 mins, until the cheese is bubbling and golden