- 1 pound pasta
- 1 tablespoon salt
- Pot of water for boiling pasta
- 12 ounces cheese (cheddar or other cheese that melts well)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 4 slices diced ham and/or bacon, sausage, or chicken
- 1/2 bell pepper sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
Time - 60 minutes
- Preparation - 30 minutes
- Baking (400 degrees) - 30 minutes
Preparation
- Bring a pot of water with 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil over high heat
- Once the water reaches a roiling boil, add the pasta and boil for 15 minutes
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
- Drain the pasta and combine with the olive oil, half and half, cheese, meat, and any vegetables in a large baking dish. If adding meat, be sure to cook it before hand
- Stir all of the ingredients together until well combined
- Bake in the center of the oven at 400 degrees for 30 minutes until lightly golden
- Remove from the oven and serve