Ham And Macaroni Twist Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. rotini or elbow macaroni, cooked in unsalted water and drained
1 1/2 c. (8 oz.) cubed cooked ham
1 (2.8 oz.) can French fried onions, divided
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen broccoli spears, thawed and drained
1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of celery soup
1 c. milk
1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
In a 12 x 8-inch baking dish, combine hot macaroni, ham and 1/2 can French fried onions.
Divide broccoli spears into 6 small bunches.
Arrange bunches of spears down center of dish, alternating direction of flowerets.
In small bowl, combine soup, milk, 1/2 cup cheese and seasonings; pour over macaroni mixture and broccoli.
Cover.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
Top with remaining cheese.
Sprinkle onions down center of cheese.
Continue baking, uncovered, for 5 minutes, or until onions are golden brown.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.