Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

medium pasta shells

4 unit

green peppers

cut into 1 inch chunks

1 tbsp

butter

28 ounce

crushed tomatoes

undrained

1.5 tsp

sugar

1 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

black pepper

1 lb

process American cheese

shredded

1 unit

fresh oregano or fresh basil

optional

Step 1
~3 min

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2
~3 min

Add pasta shells and cook according to package directions until al dente.

Step 3
~3 min

While pasta is cooking, cut green peppers into 1-inch chunks.

Step 4
~3 min

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Add green peppers to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until crisp-tender.

Step 6
~3 min

Stir in crushed tomatoes, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat the tomato mixture through, stirring occasionally.

Key Technique: Stirring
Step 8
~3 min

Drain the cooked pasta.

Step 9
~3 min

Add shredded American cheese to the drained pasta and stir until melted and creamy.

Step 10
~3 min

Spoon the cheesy pasta into bowls.

Step 11
~3 min

Top with the tomato and pepper mixture.

Step 12
~3 min

Garnish with fresh oregano or fresh basil, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add Italian sausage or ground beef for extra protein.

Use different types of pasta shapes.

Adjust the amount of sugar to taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially made ahead by cooking the pasta and preparing the sauce separately.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Side salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family-friendly meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
casual meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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