Lunch: Italian Mac and Cheese

Provolone makes regular mac and cheese Italian. Ciao!

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Italian Mac and Cheese

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.

Ingredients

8 oz. (2 1/4 cups) uncooked ziti (long tubular pasta)
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
2 cups milk
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
6 oz. (1 1/2 cups) shredded provolone cheese
1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers (from 7.5-oz. jar), drained, chopped
2 tablespoons Progresso™ Italian Style Bread Crumbs
2 teaspoons margarine or butter, melted

Instructions

In large saucepan, cook ziti to desired doneness as directed on package, adding broccoli during last minute of cooking time. Drain; return to saucepan.
Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 °F. Spray 2-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray. In medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of the milk, flour, salt, hot pepper sauce and garlic; stir with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups milk. Cook over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add cheese; stir until melted.
Add cheese sauce to cooked ziti and broccoli; mix well. Stir in roasted peppers. Spoon into sprayed casserole. In small bowl, combine bread crumbs and melted margarine; mix well. Sprinkle over top.
Bake at 350 °F. for 20 to 25 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and crumbs are golden brown.

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