Chili and Cheddar Bow Tie Casserole Recipe

Name: Chili and Cheddar Bow Tie Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chipotle chile in adobo; 1 teaspoon adobo sauce; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup chopped red pepper; ½ cup diced Canadian bacon or ½ cup ham (about 2 oz.); 1 cup thinly sliced green onion; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 2 ¼ cups skim milk; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 8 cups hot cooked bow tie pasta (or other short pasta); cooking spray

Servings: persons

1 chipotle chile in adobo
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped red pepper
½ cup diced Canadian bacon or ½ cup ham (about 2 oz.)
1 cup thinly sliced green onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 ¼ cups skim milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
8 cups hot cooked bow tie pasta (or other short pasta)
cooking spray

1
Preheat oven to 400.
2
Remove ONE tsp adobo sauce and ONE chile from canned chiles.
3
Mince the chile.
4
Place remaining sauce and chiles in a zip-lock bag, freeze for another use.
5
Melt butter in a large casserole dish over medium high heat.
6
Add bell pepper and bacon; saute 4 minutes.
7
Add onions; saute 1 minute.
8
Stire in adobo sauce, minced chile, flour, chili powder, salt, and cumin; cook 1 minute.
9
Gradually add milk and cook till thick and bubbly (about 4 minutes) stirring constantly with a whisk.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Gradually add 1 1/2 cups cheese and cilantro, stirring well until cheese melts.
12
Add pasta to pan; toss well.
13
Spoon pasta mixture into an 11x7 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
14
Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over pasta.
15
Bake at 400 degrees fro 15 minutes or until browned.

2318

kcal

Calories

Fat

378

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chipotle chile in adobo, 1 teaspoon adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 cup chopped red pepper, and more.

Yes, Chili and Cheddar Bow Tie Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chili and Cheddar Bow Tie Casserole

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