Cheddar Pepper Jack-Pasta Bake

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   Heat oven to 350F.

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   Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.

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   Meanwhile, combine cheeses; set aside.

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   Melt 2 Tbsp.

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   butter in large saucepan on low heat.

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   Add peppers and garlic; cook 30 sec.

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   Add flour; cook and stir 2 min.

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   or until hot and bubbly.

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   Gradually stir in milk.

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    Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly; simmer on low heat 3 to 5 min.

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    or until thickened, stirring constantly.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Add 1-1/2 cups cheese mixture; stir until melted.

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    Drain pasta.

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    Add to cheese sauce; mix well.

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    Spoon into 1-1/2-qt.

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    casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining cheese mixture.

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    Melt remaining butter in small skillet on medium heat.

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    Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 1 to 2 min.

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    or until lightly toasted.

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    Sprinkle over cheese mixture.

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    Bake 20 min.

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    or until heated through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.