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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 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes 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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