Recipe: Macaroni and Cheese Dijon (using French fried onion rings)

MACARONI AND CHEESE DIJON

12 ounces uncooked tri-color rotelle or spiral-shaped pasta
1 1/4 cups milk
12 ounces pasteurized process cheddar cheese spread, cubed
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/3 cup sliced green onions
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne pepper)
1 (2.8 ounce) can French fried onion rings

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.

In medium saucepan over low heat, heat milk, cheese and mustard until cheese melts and mixture is smooth. Stir in green onions, bacon and pepper; remove from heat.

In large bowl, combine hot pasta and cheese mixture, tossing until well coated; spoon into greased 2-quart casserole.

Cover; bake at 350 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes. Uncover and stir; top with onion rings. Bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes more. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.

Makes 6 servings
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