Creamy Cheddar Garlic Bread Pasta Bake

Creamy Cheddar Garlic Bread Pasta Bake is a 35-minute healthy comfort dinner. Pick estimates $6.55 a serving, above the catalog average of $5.05, with 26g of protein and 700 kcal. You need stove + oven and 7 ingredients.

• 35 minCook time
• $6.55Est. cost
• 700Calories
• 26gProtein
• 68gCarbs
• 36gFat

Estimated cost per serving at a mid-range supermarket. Real prices vary by store and week.

Ingredients

• 🍝Penne PastaPantry3 oz
• 🧀Cheddar CheeseDairy & Eggs2 oz
• 🥛Heavy CreamDairy & Eggs⅓ cup
• 🧄GarlicProduce3 clove
• 🧈ButterDairy & Eggs1 tbsp
• 🥖BaguetteBakery2 oz
• 🌿ParsleyProduce1 tbsp

Method

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne for 9 minutes until al dente, then drain.
2. Mince the garlic and melt the butter with half of it in a saucepan over medium heat for 1 minute.
3. Whisk in the heavy cream and simmer for 3 minutes, then stir in the shredded cheddar until melted into a smooth sauce.
4. Toss the pasta in the cheese sauce and transfer to an oven-safe dish.
5. Slice the baguette, rub with the remaining garlic, and tuck the slices around the pasta.
6. Bake at 400°F for 12 minutes until the bread is toasted and the top is bubbling, then sprinkle with parsley.

You'll need

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