Baked Beef ‘n Broccoli Mac ‘n Cheese

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until brown and crumbly. Drain any grease or moisture from pan and set aside.

Cook macaroni according to package instructions for al dente. Drain water and set macaroni to the side.

Bring a medium-sized pot filled halfway full of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook until broccoli is fork-tender. Drain water and set aside.

Preheat oven to 350 F. In a small bowl, beat the egg. Set aside.

In a Dutch oven over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk constantly until mixture is light brown in color, about 5 minutes. Whisk constantly so it doesn’t burn (if it burns and y’all will know it if it does, throw it out and start again). Add milk and dry mustard, whisking until smooth. Cook for 3 minutes to thicken it.

Take ¼ cup of the sauce and pour it into the beaten egg, whisking constantly so it doesn’t cook the egg. Whisk until smooth. Pour egg mixture into the pot of sauce, whisking constantly until smooth. Add cheese into the Dutch oven. Add salt, seasoned salt, cayenne and pepper. Add more seasoned salt as needed.

Add macaroni, beef and broccoli to the sauce. Stir to combine. Lightly spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Add mixture into the dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes.