Weight Watchers Cheesy Broccoli-Pasta Bake (6 Points)

From Weight Watchers Magazine

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 6

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 lb  whole wheat penne or 3⁄4 lb  whole wheat ziti
• 8  cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  small onion, finely chopped
• 2  tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 2⁄3 cups skim milk
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  cup  shredded fat-free cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with nonstick spray.
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook 5 minutes. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta and broccoli are tender, 3-4 minutes. Drain; return the broccoli and pasta to the pot.
3. While the pasta and broccoli are cooking, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the flour and mustard; cook, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and salt. Increase the heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce boils and thickens, 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the sauce to the pasta and broccoli. Stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle evenly with the cheese. Bake until bubbling,about 25 minutes.