CHEESY PASTA PEA BAKE

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Peas, mushrooms and green onions are delightful additions in Ruth Rigoni's version of a popular comfort food. "This is a nice change from plain macaroni and cheese," notes the Hurley, Wisconsin cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

12 ounces uncooked medium shell pasta
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, onions and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour and cornstarch until blended. Gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add peas, jalapeno, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce; simmer for 1 minute. Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until melted. Remove from the heat., Drain pasta; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Stir in cheese sauce. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and remaining cheddar cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

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Sahil khan tk
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I'm not a huge fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful that it masks the taste of the peas. I would definitely make this again.


Linda Bostic
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use any type of pasta I have on hand. I've even used gluten-free pasta and it turned out great.


Bradley Gough
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Mohamed Azazy
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use any type of pasta I have on hand. I've even used gluten-free pasta and it turned out great.


Silvere Assagba
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I've made this recipe several times and I've never been disappointed. It's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the creamy cheese sauce and the sweet peas. I highly recommend this recipe.


Redo Boss
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta. I always add a little bit of cooked chicken or sausage to the sauce for extra protein.


Shehzad Arif
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I'm not a huge fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful that it masks the taste of the peas. I would definitely make this again.


lukke
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use any type of pasta I have on hand. I've even used gluten-free pasta and it turned out great.


Abdoula Holley
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Md.Salauddin khan
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so comforting and satisfying. I love the combination of the creamy cheese sauce and the sweet peas. I always add a little bit of garlic to the sauce for extra flavor.


Hiwot Woldu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Sm JUYEL
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This is a really great recipe! I made it last night and my family loved it. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. The peas added a nice pop of color and sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!