Rotini and Cheese Recipe

You’ll love this fun and easy dish! Who can resist rotini pasta, fresh tomatoes and creamy Alfredo sauce baked with loads of shredded cheese?
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Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time55 Min
Ready In1 Hr 15 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageServings6
CuisineCourse
TasteFeel
MethodMain Ingredient,
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Uncooked rotini pasta2 Cup (32 tbs) (6 ounce)
 Milk1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Refrigerated alfredo sauce10 Ounce
 Shredded provolone cheese8 Ounce (2 cups)
 Tomatoes1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs), chopped (2 medium sized)
 Italian style bread crumbs1 Tablespoon (Progresso®)
 Chopped basil1 Tablespoon (fresh)
 Chopped basil1 Tablespoon (fresh)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 388 Calories from Fat 177

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 20 g30.5%

Saturated Fat 11.2 g56.1%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 52.4 mg17.5%

Sodium 580 mg24.2%

Total Carbohydrates 36 g12%

Dietary Fiber 4 g15.9%

Sugars 8.2 g

Protein 20 g41%

Vitamin A 20.6% Vitamin C 12.4%

Calcium 35.5% Iron 6.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350ºF. Grease 2-quart casserole. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
2. In medium bowl, stir milk into Alfredo sauce; stir in 2 tablespoons basil, the cheese and 1 cup of the tomatoes. Pour mixture into casserole. Sprinkle with remaining tomatoes.
3. Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes or until hot and bubbly. In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon basil; sprinkle over top.
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