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    Tuscan Mac n Cheese

    March 21, 2018 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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    tuscan mac and cheese

    Pardon me while I eat this entire dish myself….and lick it clean!

    Because FOR REAL.

    This Tuscan Mac is UH-mazing! The roasted red bell peppers are a lovely addition to the Italian seasoning and creamy-cheese sauce! It’s quick to put together for the oven…and while you’re at it, you might as well make a second dish because it freezes beautifully too!

    Enjoy!

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    Tuscan Mac n Cheese

    Creamy, comforting, and full of fantastic flavor!
    Prep Time10 minutes
    Cook Time20 minutes
    Servings - 4 servings

    Ingredients 

    • 8 oz elbow pasta noodles
    • 2 Tbsp butter
    • 2 Tbsp flour
    • 2 cups heavy cream
    • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
    • 1 tsp minced garlic
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 12 oz roasted red peppers
    • Garnish: fresh basil
    • Side: salad

    Instructions

    • Cook the pasta, as directed, to al dente. Drain well and add to baking dish or tray.
    • Preheat oven to 350 F.
    • Open and drain the jar of roasted red peppers.
    • In a skillet, melt the butter and whisk in the flour, then the cream. Bring to slow bubble and stir in the Italian seasoning, minced garlic and shredded cheese.
    • Gently add the roasted red peppers in with the cooked pasta in the baking dish. Then pour the cheese sauce over the top and carefully combine in the baking dish.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until warmed through and cheese is melted on top.
    • Prepare the salad.
    • Serve Tuscan Mac & Cheese with basil garnish and side salad.

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