mexicali cheese pasta

Toledo, OH
Updated on Aug 29, 2010

I found this recipe on the back of a box of Mueller's 'Ready-Cut' Macaroni; it turned out really delicious and smells wonderful while it's in the oven and when it comes out! It's also quick and easy to make. *I used the 'Ready-Cut' pasta, but elbow macaroni would probably work just as well.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield 6 to 8

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 oz.) package mueller's 'ready cut' macaroni*
  • 1 (16 oz.) jar cheese sauce (such as 'cheese whiz')
  • 2 cups salsa
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided

How To Make mexicali cheese pasta

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Step 2
    Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain, cover and set aside.
  • Step 3
    In a large saucepan combine cheese sauce, salsa, and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; heat through, stirring until evenly mixed.
  • Step 4
    Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture and stir; place in a 9 X 13-inch casserole dish and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
  • Step 5
    Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

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Category: Pasta
Culture: Mexican

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