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baked creamy pasta with cheese fresh from oven

baked creamy pasta with cheese: ultimate comfort dinner


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  • Author: Oprah
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

A rich and comforting baked creamy pasta with cheese loaded with chicken and vegetables, perfect for family dinners.


Ingredients

1 lb pasta

1 tablespoon salt

4 tablespoons butter

2 garlic cloves

5 tablespoons flour

5 cups milk

2 teaspoons bouillon

3/4 cup parmesan

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon thyme

1 teaspoon parsley

4 cups cooked chicken

4 cups mixed vegetables

2 cups shredded cheese


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F

2. Boil pasta with salt and cook slightly underdone

3. Melt butter and cook garlic

4. Stir in flour and cook briefly

5. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth

6. Add seasoning and cook until thickened

7. Mix in pasta, chicken, and vegetables

8. Transfer to baking dish

9. Top with shredded cheese

10. Bake 25 minutes until golden

11. Cool slightly before serving

Notes

Do not overbake to keep texture creamy

Add a splash of milk when reheating

Use medium pasta shapes for best results

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Comfort Food
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Western