Cheese Pasta Bake

Preparation Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Cooking the Pasta Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Making the Cheese Sauce In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, until bubbly.

4.Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

5.Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined.

Assembling the Pasta Bake In a large baking dish, combine the cooked penne pasta and the cheese sauce. Mix well to coat the pasta evenly.

Adding the Topping In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the pasta.

Baking the Pasta Bake Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Serving Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.