Ingredients:
- 400g (16oz) penne pasta
- 250g (10oz) broccoli
- 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 25g (1oz) butter
- 25g (1oz) plain flour
- 400ml (15fl oz) milk
- 1 tsp mustard
- 100g (4oz) mature cheddar, plus some for the topping
- 1 slice white bread
- 1 tsp mixed herbs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method:
Put the pasta and broccoli on to simmer. Fry the onion for a few minutes and set aside. Meanwhile, make a roux sauce with the butter, flour, mustard and milk, adding the milk gradually and stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add the cheese, and remove from the heat, stirring until melted. Preheat the grill to medium. When the pasta and broccoli are cooked, drain, and mix with the onion. Transfer to a casserole dish. Pour the sauce on top. Blend the bread so that it makes breadcrumbs and combine with a little more cheese and the mixed herbs. Spread over the top of the pasta and broccoli. Grill for 7 minutes or until the top is crispy.
