Baked Bow Ties And Cheese Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Bow Ties And Cheese

• Bow Tie Pasta
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• Dry Mustard
• 3 cups milk
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• Cooked Ham
• Whole Kernel Corn

How to Make Baked Bow Ties And Cheese

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook 1 pound of bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter.
4. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard until smooth.
5. Gradually whisk in 3 cups of milk until smooth and creamy.
6. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and bubbles.
7. Remove from heat and stir in 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
8. Stir in the cooked pasta, 1 cup of diced ham, and 1 cup of corn.
9. Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
10. Top with the remaining 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.