Macaroni & Cheese with Roasted Tomatoes, Bacon & Basil Recipe

Name: Macaroni & Cheese with Roasted Tomatoes, Bacon & Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise; 4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces Rite Aid 2 For $7.00 thru 02/06; 3 cups cavatappi, uncooked; 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 Tbsp. flour; 2 cups milk; 1-3/4 cups KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided; 1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided; 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Servings: persons

1 cup grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces Rite Aid 2 For $7.00 thru 02/06
3 cups cavatappi, uncooked
3 Tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 Tbsp. flour
2 cups milk
1-3/4 cups KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided
1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

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Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
2
Spread tomatoes onto one side of parchment-covered rimmed baking sheet; spread bacon onto other side.
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Bake 15 min.
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or until bacon is crisp and tomatoes are roasted.
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Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
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While pasta is cooking, heat oil in large skillet on medium heat.
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Add garlic; cook and stir 1 min.
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Whisk in flour; cook and stir 1 min.
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Gradually whisk in milk; cook and stir 3 to 5 min.
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or until thickened.
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Add 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan; cook and stir 1 to 2 min.
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or until shredded cheese is melted.
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Remove from heat.
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Drain bacon on paper towels; drain pasta in colander.
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Add both to cheese sauce along with the tomatoes and basil; mix well.
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Spoon into 2-qt.
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casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining cheeses.
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Bake 15 min.
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or until heated through.

530

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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 cup grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise, 4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces Rite Aid 2 For $7.00 thru 02/06, 3 cups cavatappi, uncooked, 3 Tbsp. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Macaroni & Cheese with Roasted Tomatoes, Bacon & Basil falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Macaroni & Cheese with Roasted Tomatoes, Bacon & Basil

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