Chili Cheddar Penne

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cups uncooked penne
• 4 teaspoons butter
• 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 teaspoons taco seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup frozen corn
• 2/3 cup chopped fresh tomato
• 4 ounces chopped green chilies

Directions

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to directions.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, in large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

3. 3

   Stir in flour until smooth.

4. 4

   Gradually add milk.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes until thickened.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to medium.

7. 7

   Stir in the cheese, taco seasoning, salt, and corn.

8. 8

   Cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

9. 9

   Drain pasta and stir into cheese sauce.

10. 10

    Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until heated through.

11. 11

    Stir in tomatoes and chilies just until combined.