Ingredients
1-1/3 cups uncooked penne pasta4 teaspoons butter4 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk2 cups shredded cheddar cheese4 teaspoons taco seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup frozen corn, thawed2/3 cup chopped fresh tomatoes1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drainedSliced avocado, optional
Preparation
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Reduce heat to medium. Stir in the cheese, taco seasoning and salt. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Drain pasta; stir into cheese sauce. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until heated through.
Stir in the corn, tomatoes and chiles just until combined. Garnish with avocado if desired.
