Easy Weeknight Bacon Mac 'n Cheese |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Creamy mac 'n cheese with bacon, red bell pepper, and a bread-crumb topping is ready to serve in 30 minutes. Ingredients:
3 cups uncooked penne pasta |
1 (18 ounce) can progresso™ recipe starters™ creamy three cheese cooking sauce |
1/2 cup milk |
1/4 teaspoon bottled minced garlic |
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
1/2 cup shredded american cheese loaf |
1 (2.5 ounce) package cooked real bacon pieces or bits |
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper (optional) |
progresso(r) italian style panko crispy bread crumbs (optional) |
Directions:
1. Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
2. Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, heat cooking sauce, milk and garlic to boiling. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses until melted. Stir in pasta, bacon and bell pepper. Spoon into casserole.
3. Bake uncovered 20 minutes or until edges are bubbly. Sprinkle with bread crumbs.
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