Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 3 cups medium pasta shells, uncooked
  • 6 oz. baby spinach leaves
  • 4 sliced bacon
  • 2 Tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack or cheddar cheese, divided

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook pasta according to package instructions. Add spinach to the boiling water for the last minute. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet to medium heat. Once hot, add bacon and cook ‘til crisp. Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving drippings in pan. Whisk flour into drippings, cooking for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk. Cook for 3-5 minutes, whisking often, until thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Add 1 cup shredded cheese, stirring until melted. Stir in pasta-spinach mixture and chopped bacon, mixing well.
  • Pour mixture into a 2-qt. casserole dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake for 20 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Enjoy!