Whole-Wheat Rotini Mac and Cheese

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

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   In a large pot of boiling salted water, add rotini and ook for 6 to 8 minutes until tender.

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   Drain and set aside.

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   In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add the onions.

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   Add the flour and pepper and mix until mixture is pasty and forms a roux.

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   Whisk milk into pan incorporating the roux.

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   Bring to a simmer over low heat and allow to thicken; about 5 minutes.

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   Once thickened, whisk in the cheeses.

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   Add the pasta and mix until the pasta is well coated.

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    Fold in spinach, sun-dried tomato oil, and sun-dried tomatoes.

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    In a small saucepan, melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

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    Once melted, turn heat off and add bread crumbs and paprika.

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    Mix well to combine.

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    Pour rotini into a casserole dish large enough to hold the pasta.

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    Sprinkle the top with bread crumbs and place in oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until brown and bubbling.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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