Pasta and Cheese
Ingredients
* 8 oz. bowtie pasta, uncooked
* 2 1/2 c. skim milk
* 1 tbsp. butter
* 1/2 c. broccoli, chopped
* 1/2 c. red pepper, chopped
* 1/2 c. onion, diced
* 3 tbsp. all purpose flour
* 1/2 tsp. dry mustard
* 2 c. reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
2. Cook pasta according to package directions.
3. Add butter, broccoli, red pepper, and onion to a medium saucepan and sauté over medium heat. Add the milk and heat through.
4. Gradually whisk in flour and dry mustard. Simmer for 1 minute and whisk occasionally.
5. Remove the mixture from heat and stir in cheese until melted. Add the cooked pasta and stir to coat the pasta.
6. Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch square baking dish and bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
This recipe is high in calcium and is a dish that other kids in the house can enjoy as well.
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