Broccoli Macaroni Bake

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 c. uncooked macaroni
  • 1 c. fresh or frozen broccoli
  • 1/4 c. butter
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 1/2 c. milk
  • 2 slices American cheese
  • 1/2 tsp. chicken base
  • seasonings to taste
  • 1 c. crushed Ritz crackers
  • 1/2 c. shredded cheese

DIRECTIONS:

In two separate saucepans cook macaroni and broccoli until tender; drain. Make a white sauce with butter, flour, milk, chicken base and seasonings; add cheese, stir until melted. Add macaroni and broccoli. Pour into a baking dish. Bake 20 minutes. Remove from oven; sprinkle with shredded cheese and cracker crumbs. Return to oven until cheese is melted. Serve.