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Cheesy Fiesta Pasta Bake

Prep time

20 min

Total time

40 min

Servings

Makes 5 servings, 1 cup each.

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    Ingredients
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
    • 2 cups medium-size pasta, cooked, drained
    • 1 cup each chopped tomatoes and green peppers
    • 1/4 tsp. each ground cumin and garlic powder
    • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
    • 1 Tbsp. butter, melted
    • 6 PREMIUM Saltine Crackers, crushed (about 1/4 cup)
Preparation
  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook milk and VELVEETA in medium saucepan on low heat until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring occasionally. Stir in pasta, tomatoes, peppers and seasonings.
  • Spoon into 1-1/2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with shredded cheese. Mix butter and cracker crumbs; sprinkle over pasta mixture.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Recipe Tips

Special ExtraStir in 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, with the pasta.

SubstituteSubstitute 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables for the tomatoes and green peppers.

Size-WiseYou can't help saying "Viva Mexico!" when you enjoy a serving of this pasta bake on a special occasion.

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Amount per serving Calories 370
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g
Saturated Fat 10g
Cholesterol 50mg
Sodium 820mg
Carbohydrate 39g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 16g
Vitamin A 25% DV
Vitamin C 25% DV
Calcium 50% DV
Iron 10% DV

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