Chicken and Whole Wheat Ziti Casserole

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375F.

2. 2

   In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, then drain.

3. 3

   While the pasta is cooking, in a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium high heat until hot, then whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, until the flour is fragrant, about 4 minutes.

4. 4

   Whisk in the milk and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper, then bring to a boil, whisking.

5. 5

   Boil until the milk is slightly thickened, about 8 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from the heat and whisk in 11/2 cups of the cheddar and the parmesan cheeses until melted, then whisk in the chicken.

7. 7

   Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Toss the pasta together with the sauce and transfer to a 3-quart baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.

9. 9

   Bake the casserole until the filling is bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.