FOUR-CHEESE PASTA BAKE

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An easy (and extra-cheesy) casserole that starts with frozen potatoes and ends with crispy bacon.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box (1 lb) penne pasta
2 cans (10 3/4 oz each) condensed Cheddar cheese soup
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
4 oz fontina cheese, shredded (1 cup)
4 oz smoked Gouda cheese, shredded (1 cup)
4 oz Gruyère cheese, shredded (1 cup)
4 oz sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, stir together remaining ingredients except Cheddar cheese and parsley. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until cheeses are melted. Remove from heat.
  • Stir cooked pasta into cheese mixture. Spoon into baking dish. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over top.
  • Bake uncovered 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590, Carbohydrate 52 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg

Prince Hanif
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This pasta bake was a bit too cheesy for my taste.


Johnson C.
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I'm not a fan of the four cheese blend that this recipe uses. I think it's too strong and overpowering.


Khald Mahmoud
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This pasta bake is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy cheese sauce and the hidden veggies.


pravin friends sothanaigal
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves cheese and pasta.


Tiffany Bessellieu
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This is one of my favorite pasta bakes. The four cheeses create a rich and flavorful sauce that is perfect for coating the pasta.


Miranda love
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I've made this pasta bake several times and it always turns out great. It's a go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Genevieve Lucus
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This is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Honey Lakeman
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I'm not a huge fan of cheese, but I really enjoyed this pasta bake. The cheeses were not overpowering and the overall dish was very well-balanced.


Justin Seagull
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone raved about how cheesy and delicious it was.


Brassy Isaac
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Qasim Sheikh
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My kids loved this pasta bake. They ate it all up and asked for seconds.


Asad Md Asaduzzaman
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I wasn't sure how four cheeses would taste together, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors complemented each other perfectly.


Muzamal Gill
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This dish is definitely a keeper. It's simple, yet delicious and comforting.


Hayden Naryan
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to throw it together in no time and it turned out great.


Asad Kanwal
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This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The four cheeses melted together perfectly and created a creamy, flavorful sauce. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the overall dish was very satisfying.