Spicy Jack Mac & Cheese With Broccoli - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces dry elbow macaroni
2 cups chopped frozen broccoli
8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 ounces shredded monterey jack pepper cheese
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs

Preparation

PREHEAT oven to 350\u00b0F Lightly butter 2 1/2-quart casserole dish.
COOK macaroni in large saucepan according to package directions, adding broccoli to boiling pasta water for last 3 minutes of cooking time; drain.
COMBINE cooked pasta, broccoli, cheddar cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, evaporated milk, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and black pepper in large bowl. Pour into prepared casserole dish. Combine remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs; sprinkle over macaroni mixture. Cover tightly with foil.
BAKE for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake for an additional 10 minutes until lightly browned.
* NOTE: For a less spicy version, substitute 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese and a few dashes of hot pepper sauce (optional) for Pepper Jack cheese.