BARILLA® TOMATO BASIL MAC & CHEESE

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A simple weeknight dinner that puts a twist on a family favorite dish.

Provided by Barilla

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Barilla

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) box Barilla® Elbows
1 cup reduced sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup peeled and shredded sweet potato
1 cup Barilla® Tomato & Basil Sauce
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups shredded fontina cheese
¼ cup low-fat milk, plus more as needed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring 4 to 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil, add salt to taste and the Elbows; stir gently.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions; remove from heat and drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in a small pot bring the broth to a boil and add the sweet potato; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until soft, then remove from heat.
  • In a blender combine the sweet potato, broth, Tomato & Basil Sauce and salt; cover and blend until smooth.
  • In a very large skillet bring the blended sauce mixture to a low simmer. Remove from heat; slowly stir in cheese until melted (mixture may appear curdled). Stir pasta into the sauce in skillet. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in enough milk to make a creamy consistency.
  • Serve topped with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 29.8 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 399.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

Leah Petty
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This mac and cheese was a complete failure. The sauce was lumpy and the pasta was rubbery. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


NellieAnn Holguin
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This mac and cheese was a waste of time and ingredients. The sauce was bland and the pasta was undercooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Shaunta Washington
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this mac and cheese turned out terrible. The sauce was curdled and the pasta was mushy. I would not recommend this recipe.


Farmanshah Khan
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This mac and cheese was a disaster! The sauce was watery and the pasta was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Hsgjsh Hshsjjs
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I thought this mac and cheese was just okay. The flavor was a bit bland and the sauce was too thick. I wouldn't make it again.


Kawser Khan (দাদা)
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This was an okay mac and cheese. It wasn't anything special, but it was still good. I would probably make it again if I was in a pinch.


Suhayb Moha14
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I was disappointed with this mac and cheese. The sauce was too thin and the flavor was lacking. I would not recommend this recipe.


Harish Air
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This mac and cheese was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning. However, it was still a good recipe and I would try it again with some adjustments.


Zrak Ali Zrak Ali
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This is one of the best mac and cheese recipes I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful. The tomato and basil add a really unique and delicious flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy mac and c


harluko peter
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I was really impressed with this mac and cheese. It was so flavorful and cheesy. The tomato and basil added a nice touch of freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Dovi Aikens
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my kids and they loved it. It was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I would definitely make this again.


Rema Boojhawon
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is so creamy and cheesy, and the tomato and basil add a nice pop of flavor. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy mac and cheese.


Mahak Majeed
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This is my new favorite mac and cheese recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The tomato and basil give it a really unique and delicious flavor.


James Ndevu
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I made this for lunch today and it was delicious! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Talal Mir
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This mac and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. The tomato and basil added a nice touch of freshness and tang. I will definitely be making this again.