SOUTHWESTERN PASTA & CHEESE

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From Taste of Home's Healthy Cooking Magazine. Naomi Reed of McMinnville Oregon wrote, "I gave mac and cheese a twist by adding some favorite ingredients. My family absolutely loves this side dish."

Provided by Shelby Jo

Categories     Spicy

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
8 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon chipotle chile in adobo, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 1/4 cups nonfat milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
4 slices center-cut bacon, strips cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute pepper and onions in oil until tender. Stir in the flour, chili powder, cumin, salt, and chipotle pepper until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese until melted.
  • Drain pasta; toss with sauce. Stir in bacon and cilantro. Transfer to a 2 quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Shonisani Ramavhoya
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the tender chicken. I usually add some extra vegetables, like broccoli or zucchini, to make it even mor


Marcos Sousa
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a favorite. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the tender chicken. I usually add some extra vegetables, like broccoli or zucchini, to


SK ARIF AHMED
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the creamy cheese sauce, the tender chicken, and the fresh vegetables.


Manoj Chaudhary
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the creamy cheese sauce and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Mudasir MardaN
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Weyni Mekuria
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I'm not a big fan of pasta dishes, but this one was really good. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again!


Neurica Ogaldez
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


N O P E
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Hikmat Maliksher
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the tender chicken. I usually add some extra vegetables, like broccoli or zucchini, to make it


Hashmat Khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the creamy cheese sauce, the tender chicken, and the fresh vegetables.


Fondzeyuv Rawlings
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the creamy cheese sauce and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Marion Akinyi
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta dishes, but this one was really good. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again!


Khona Bauti
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.