Cheesy Shells with Tomatoes and Corn

Macaroni and cheese, a similar dish, has been enjoyed since the 14th century, but it wasn’t until the 1930s that Kraft introduced the boxed version and made it a popular convenience food.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Cheesy Shells with Tomatoes and Corn

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Dinner, Pasta Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Shell Pasta
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Tomatoes
• 1 cup Corn Kernels
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil

Instructions

1. Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and garlic powder, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Stir in the cooked pasta, tomatoes, corn kernels, salt, and black pepper.
6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 8g

Protein 18g36%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.