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This is a hearty and cheesy pasta bake that is sure to please everyone at the table. The pasta is cooked al dente and then tossed in a creamy cheese sauce. The sauce is made with three different types of cheese: cheddar, parmesan, and swiss. The pasta is then topped with more cheese and baked until bubbly and golden brown.

This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a casual get-together with friends. It is also easy to make ahead of time and reheat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound mostaccioli pasta

  • 1/4 cup butter

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 4 cups milk

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

  • 1 cup shredded swiss cheese

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in milk. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.

  4. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, and swiss cheese until melted.

  5. Add pasta to cheese sauce and stir to combine.

  6. Pour pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

  7. Sprinkle with additional cheddar cheese.

  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  9. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cheese sauce.

  • For a vegetarian version, use a vegetable-based milk and omit the parmesan cheese.

  • To make this dish ahead of time, cook the pasta and assemble the dish up to step 7. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Then, bake according to step 8.

Story:

I first made Mama Mia Triple Cheese Mostaccioli Bake when I was in college. I was homesick and craving my mom's cooking. I found this recipe online and it was the perfect comfort food. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful. I was so happy with how it turned out and I knew that I would be making it again and again.

Since then, I've made Mama Mia Triple Cheese Mostaccioli Bake for many special occasions. It's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dish for a cozy winter night or a casual get-together.

If you're looking for a delicious and comforting pasta dish, I highly recommend trying Mama Mia Triple Cheese Mostaccioli Bake. It's sure to become a new favorite!

Variations:

  • For a more flavorful sauce, add a tablespoon of Italian seasoning to the cheese sauce.

  • For a heartier dish, add cooked ground beef or sausage to the cheese sauce.

  • For a healthier version, use whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese.

No matter how you make it, Mama Mia Triple Cheese Mostaccioli Bake is sure to be a hit!

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