CHEESY PASTA PEA BAKE

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Peas, mushrooms and green onions are delightful additions in Ruth Rigoni's version of a popular comfort food. "This is a nice change from plain macaroni and cheese," notes the Hurley, Wisconsin cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

12 ounces uncooked medium shell pasta
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, onions and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour and cornstarch until blended. Gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add peas, jalapeno, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce; simmer for 1 minute. Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until melted. Remove from the heat., Drain pasta; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Stir in cheese sauce. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and remaining cheddar cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

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Cynthia Zumba
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This pasta bake is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The peas add a pop of color and sweetness that makes the dish more appealing to kids.


Louis Mavros
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Cooper Adams
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This pasta bake is cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Imran Fareed
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for easy and delicious meals to make for my family, and this one fits the bill perfectly.


Muhammad Saad Sarfraz
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck or party.


Yeabkale Minwuyelet
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The cheese sauce was too thick and the pasta was overcooked. I won't be making this again.


Juma Munai
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This pasta bake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The cheese sauce is rich and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Asif Habib
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the creamy cheese sauce and the pop of color from the peas.


Cynthia Sibanda
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This pasta bake is cheesy, creamy, and packed with flavor. It's a perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Mariam 260
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


SeanPHL
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This recipe is a total flop. Don't waste your time.


Tushar Srity
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Yum!


Wikus Holtzhausen
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Meh.


Tina Kalinka
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This pasta bake is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and loved by the whole family. I've made it several times already and it's always a hit.


Rashmi Kaushal ya a
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This recipe failed miserably. The cheese sauce was watery and the pasta was overcooked. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


MR IBR YT
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I'm not a fan of peas, so I substituted them with chopped broccoli and it turned out great! The bake was cheesy, flavorful, and the broccoli added a nice crunch.


Reza Islam
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning to the cheese sauce, and it helped a lot. The bake was still creamy and cheesy, but with more flavor.


Desmond Mills
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pasta bake turned out perfectly. The cheese sauce was smooth and flavorful, and the peas added a nice pop of color and sweetness. I served it with a side salad and it was a complete meal.


Alamin As
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This cheesy pasta pea bake was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and the ingredients were readily available. I used whole wheat pasta and added some extra vegetables like chopped carrots and zucchini. The bake was creamy, cheesy, and flavorfu