Creamy Pasta Shell Casserole

Luxury Small Shells
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Hint of nutmeg makes this casserole flavorful. Orange and green vegetables make a colorful plate!

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 50 min
Serves: 6

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Luxury Sea Shells
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3 cups half and half
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
  • 1 cup cooked carrots, sliced
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain medium shells according to package directions.
    2. Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Remove and crumble. Pour off all except 2 tablespoons drippings. Stir in onion and garlic. Cook and stir until tender. Stir in half and half; bring to a boil. Boil 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Stir in spinach, carrots, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, nutmeg and pepper. Add pasta.
    3. Spoon into a greased 8-inch square baking dish. Cover.
    4. Bake 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Top with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Bake 8 minutes longer.

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