Cheesy Broccoli and Pasta Recipe

Name: Cheesy Broccoli and Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (13.25 oz.) whole wheat blend penne pasta, uncooked; 1 lb. broccoli, cut into small florets; 4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 Tbsp. whole wheat flour; 2 cups milk; 4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed; 1/2 cup ATHENOS Crumbled Blue Cheese; 1/8 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne); 2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided

Servings: persons

1 pkg. (13.25 oz.) whole wheat blend penne pasta, uncooked
1 lb. broccoli, cut into small florets
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 Tbsp. whole wheat flour
2 cups milk
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
1/2 cup ATHENOS Crumbled Blue Cheese
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided

1
Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt and adding broccoli to the boiling water for the last 4 min.
2
Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet until crisp.
3
Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 3 Tbsp.
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drippings in skillet.
5
Drain bacon on paper towels.
6
Add onions to reserved drippings; cook on medium heat 4 to 5 min.
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or until tender.
8
Add flour; whisk, scraping browned bits until blended.
9
Gradually stir in milk.
10
Bring to boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2 min.
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or until thickened.
12
Add Neufchatel, blue cheese and pepper; stir until cheese is melted.
13
Remove from heat.
14
Stir in 1 Tbsp.
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Parmesan.
16
Drain pasta mixture; place in serving bowl.
17
Add sauce; toss lightly.
18
Crumble bacon; sprinkle over pasta with remaining Parmesan.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. (13.25 oz.) whole wheat blend penne pasta, uncooked, 1 lb. broccoli, cut into small florets, 4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Broccoli and Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheesy Broccoli and Pasta

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