Cheddar Shrimp and Penne
Casserole Cookbook
My wife and I take turns in the kitchen. When I created this creamy dish, it quickly became one of our favorites.—Brad Walker, Holt, Michigan
SERVINGS: 4-6
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 35 min.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook the garlic in butter over medium heat for 1 minute. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended. gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1 cup of cheese until melted. Remove from the heat.
Drain pasta; add pasta, shrimp and corn to cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Yield: 4-6 servings.