Pepper Jack Penne and Broccoli Bake

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 1 1/2 qt casserole or 8 x 8 baking dish.

Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a small pan; add onion and garlic and cook over medium low heat until translucent, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside while pasta cooks.

Drain pasta and return to the pan; add the butter, onion and garlic mixture and stir to coat the pasta. Add cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, cottage cheese, milk and egg and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in broccoli and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour into the prepared casserole dish.

In a small bowl, combine panko, parmesan, thyme and oregano. Work in olive oil with a fork or your fingers, then sprinkle evenly over the pasta.

Bake for 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown.