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I was fortunate to inherit my grandmother’s recipe book, which includes the recipe for this rich and cheesy casserole. I’ve been eating it for years and still can’t get enough.—Joseph Sortor, Tampa, Florida
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Nutritional Facts 1 cup equals 614 calories, 32 g fat (18 g saturated fat), 124 mg cholesterol, 651 mg sodium, 43 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 39 g protein.
Originally published as Bacon-Swiss Penne in Taste of Home August/September 2011, p36
Shred and Freeze CheeseIt’s usually cheaper to buy cheese in blocks than in shredded form. So I purchase large quantities of cheddar, Monterey Jack and mozzarella, then shred them myself in my food processor. I store the shredded cheese in the freezer in heavy-duty resealable plastic bags, so I have it at my fingertips whenever it’s needed. —Evelyn O., Parma, Ohio
It’s usually cheaper to buy cheese in blocks than in shredded form. So I purchase large quantities of cheddar, Monterey Jack and mozzarella, then shred them myself in my food processor. I store the shredded cheese in the freezer in heavy-duty resealable plastic bags, so I have it at my fingertips whenever it’s needed. —Evelyn O., Parma, Ohio
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Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2012 by lesleigh5
Very, very disappointing. Not worth the calories. Even attempted to doctor it up with spices and garlic, to no avail.
Reviewed on Nov. 07, 2011 by Qtpi3480
Definitely needs something to kick it up a notch, but a very good starting point.
Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2011 by milosmommy
When something is this unhealthy, it better be tasty! I did not love this!
Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2011 by specialkmom
This was a hit with the whole family! Wiped the platters clean. However, I can see how it would have been bland. I added a few things. After chopping my chicken I tossed it in garlic and season salt then cooked it. I also added a half onion to the while cooking chicken. Accidentally...I doubled the pepper! But it was all very good this way! I think this could be very versatile recipe as well. You could substitute broccoli for the peas or add chopped left over ham. Bacon bits could be easily substituted for the real thing as well. Many different things could be done! But overall my family loved it!!
Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2011 by hollester
Great recipe. I left out the peas and added 2 cloves of garlic. This was excellent!
Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2011 by mamajenn11
I had high hopes for this recipe because of the bacon and cheese, but we were sadly disappointed. The dish was very bland and no one liked it, not even my husband who likes everything. It needs some kind of seasoning. We will not be making this again.
Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2011 by snaze6
This recipe is delicious! My 3-year old gave it two thumbs up! I prepared everything according to the recipe, but before baking it I divided it into 3 separate baking dishes - 2 went in the freezer for a future meals. I will say the prep time took me nearly an hour, and I'm a pretty good multi-tasker, so don't plan on making this if you have to get dinner on the table in a hurry!
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2011 by WinkAXiD
While my husband and myself both liked this, we agreed that it is pretty bland. Needs a bit of a kick.... maybe garlic or something. Will experiment next time
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