Weight Watchers Cheesy Broccoli-Pasta Bake (6 Points)
- 3/4 lb whole wheat penne or 3/4 lb whole wheat ziti
- 8 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 2/3 cups skim milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
- Preheat oven to 350u0b0F Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook 5 minutes. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta and broccoli are tender, 3-4 minutes. Drain; return the broccoli and pasta to the pot.
- While the pasta and broccoli are cooking, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the flour and mustard; cook, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and salt. Increase the heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce boils and thickens, 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sauce to the pasta and broccoli. Stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle evenly with the cheese. Bake until bubbling,about 25 minutes.
whole wheat penne, fresh broccoli florets, olive oil, onion, flour, mustard, milk, salt, cheddar cheese
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/weight-watchers-cheesy-broccoli-pasta-bake-6-points-426301 (may not work)