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Cheddar Shrimp and Penne
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Ready In: 50 Minutes
Servings: 4
My wife and I take turns in the kitchen. When I created this creamy dish, it quickly became one of our favorites.—Brad Walker, Holt, Michigan
Ingredients:
2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook the garlic in butter over medium heat for 1 minute. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1 cup of cheese until melted. Remove from the heat.
2. Drain pasta; add the pasta, shrimp and corn to cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
3. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Yield: 4-6 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com