CHICKEN AND PASTA BRUNCH BAKE 
16 oz. pkg. frozen pasta accents garlic seasoning
2 tbsp. butter
3 tbsp. flour
2 c. milk
1/2 grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
2 c. cubed cooked chicken
1 jar slices, drained mushrooms; optional

TOPPING:

1 c. bread crumbs
2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp. butter

Set oven to 400 degrees. Thaw pasta and set aside. Over low heat, melt butter, stir in flour until smooth. Cook until it bubbles. Gradually stir in milk, cook over medium heat for approximately 15 minutes or until mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add grated cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until cheese is melted.

In ungreased 2 quart casserole, combine pasta, chicken, mushrooms, and sauce mixture, blending well. In small bowl combine all topping ingredients. Sprinkle over mixture. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until bubbles form around edge. Let stand 3-5 minutes; serve. Makes 6 servings.

 

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