Cheddar Squash & Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 cups pasta, uncooked
• 1 large summer squash, cut into sticks (I like bigger pieces)
• 2 tablespoons margarine
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup nonfat milk
• 1 cup kraft shredded 2% cheddar cheese
• breadcrumbs (optional)
• cooking spray
• salt & pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.

2. 2

   Add the pasta and return to a boil.

3. 3

   Add the squash and cook until pasta is al dente. Drain.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the margarine.

5. 5

   Add the flour to the margarine to form a paste.

6. 6

   Add the milk to the paste and whisk smooth.

7. 7

   Add salt & pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Once the white sauce is thickened add the cheddar cheese and whisk until melted.

9. 9

   Coat a casserole dish with the cooking spray.

10. 10

    Combine the pasta, squash and cheese sauce and pour the mixture in the baking dish.

11. 11

    Sprinkle with a light coating of bread crumbs if desired (will prevent cheese from developing 'crust').

12. 12

    Bake casserole at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.