Favorite Mac and Cheese

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350°F.
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain.
3. Meanwhile, arrange broccoli in a steamer basket. Place basket into a saucepan over 1 1/2 inches of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Remove from the heat. Keep warm.
4. Sauté onion in 2 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Reduce heat to medium-low. Gradually stir in milk, mustard and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
5. Remove from the heat. Gradually stir in cheddar until melted. Stir in macaroni and broccoli.
6. Transfer macaroni mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle crumbs over top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.