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We are reinventing SpaghettiOs® in this easy and quick mac and cheese dish, by kicking it up with PACE® salsa, then layering it with thick slices of Italian bread. Lightly baked with extra cheese, our SpaghettiOs® Mac & Cheese Lasagna will save you time and money, while keeping your family satisfied!
With the balmy summer months dwindling to their final days, parents and children alike are preparing for the inevitable return of wintery school nights. However, newly packed schedules aren’t the only obstacle making a return with ‘Old Man Winter.’ With homework and work nights colliding, families need to have recipes at the ready that not only can sooth the soul and rejuvenate the body after a long day at school, but that are also budget-friendly.
To help solve precisely that quandary, Living the Gourmet is pleased to be teaming up with Campbell’s to reinvent SpaghettiOs® in this quick and easy mac and cheese dish, by kicking it up with PACE® salsa, then layering it with thick slices of Italian bread. Lightly baked with extra cheese.
The inspiration behind this dish was one of my own childhood favorites, a case study in comfort food, mac and cheese, a dish that is equal part ease, taste, and affordability.
So, while making a quick run to my local Walmart, I picked up SpaghettiOs®, PACE® Salsa, and Swanson® Chicken Broth – all for an unbeatable price. After arriving back home, I decided to start right then and there on my mac and cheese lasagna, determined to prove that I could whip it up in a pinch.
To start things off, I began with my cheese sauce, using Swanson® Chicken Broth as a base, and then began prepping the SpaghettiOs®.
In a large saucepan, I heated the SpaghettiOs® with a cup of PACE® Salsa, which gave the SpaghettiOs® a nice southwest flare.
Once the SpaghettiOs® and salsa came to a gentle simmer, I added the cream sauce.
While I used leftover ciabatta bread to form the layers, you may use any bread on hand. Between each layer of bread, I ladled the SpaghettiOs® with extra grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil from the garden.
Bake for 20-25 minutes just until the top is nice and bubbly.
It doesn’t get much easier than this. It’s a three step meal that is full of flavor! It is not only ideal for busy weeknights, but it is a delicious treat for the weekends and for company.
Creating a family meal that is affordable, easy and pleasing to even the pickiest of eaters can be a tall order, but Campbell's products will help get the job done. What are you feeling inspired to make for dinner tonight?
Check out more recipe ideas here.
Also be sure to print these coupons to save $1 on any Two (2) jars of Pace® Picante Sauce or Salsa, $0.50 on any TWO (2) cartons of Swanson® broth (26oz. or larger), and save $0.40 on any THREE (3) Campbell's® SpaghettiOs® pastas.
SpaghettiOs® Mac & Cheese Lasagna
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups cheddar cheese - shredded
- 1 cup Pace Salsa
- 2 cans Spaghetti O’s - 22.4 oz. cans
- 1/4 cup flour
- 4 tbs. butter
- 1 cup Swanson's Chicken Broth
- Ciabatta bread - sliced thin
- 1 cup of fresh basil leaves
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil - for drizzling
Instructions
- In a saucepan heat one cup of Swanson's Chicken broth; whisking add the butter. When the butter is melted; continuing to whisk add the flour, then the shredded cheese. Whisk until the combination is smooth and creamy.
- In another saucepan, on a gentle heat, combine the SpaghettiO’s and one cup of Pace Salsa. Add the cheese sauce to the SpaghettiO’s and stir.
- Preheat Oven 350 degrees F.
- Butter a baking dish.
- Place a layer of Ciabatta bread followed by SpaghettiO’s, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat this layering until the SpaghettiO’s are used up; finishing with the shredded cheese, grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Bake for 20 – 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Enjoy with Love,
Catherine
xo
Comedy Plus says
This is brilliant Catherine. What a wonderful combination. Some good bread and you've got the perfect meal.
Have a fabulous day my friend. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
Dottie Sauchelli-Balin says
Dear Catherine,
How inventive you are! What a yummy recipe and using Spaghettios, which is an old comfort food. This recipe looks so delicious and easy...which is always a good thing..Your photos are always inviting and I can just smell the aroma that must have been circling your kitchen. Thanks for sharing...
I have had PC tech problems and was not able to go online for a week.. I am feeling well and so glad that I got my PC back today. I am trying to catch up...You are amazing! Have a blessed week...
Dottie 🙂
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
Pretty sure my daughter would eat this every night.
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
I would love some too. This looks so very delicious and satisfying.
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
Catherine, this reminds me of a chopped episode. I love how you used pantry items to make something new and different.
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
Dear Catherine, I remember when my mom and dad would go out on a date when we were kids. I was always thrilled. Because they left spaghettios with the babysitter for our dinner. But this! This looks heavenly and I know my kids will eat this and ask for seconds!
Manila Spoon says
My kids love Spaghetti O's - I can imagine them beaming with delight when I see this Lasagna on the table! Love this! Pinned.
Emily says
This is so creative! I love the idea of adding PACE Salsa to the SpaghettiO's, too - I'd probably taste a few too many bites and have nothing left for the lasagna! [client]
Julie says
Wow Catherine, this spaghetti o's recipe looks so awesome. Thank you for joining and sharing this with our Cooking and Crafting with J & J. We hope to see you again!
Jess says
SO I may have just drooled!! YUMMY!
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
April J Harris says
I remember SpaghettiOs from when I was a kid too, Catherine. Love how you have used them here. What a delicious, family pleasing pasta dish! Pinned and sharing. Thank you for being a part of the Hearth and Soul hop.
Christine | Where The Smiles Have Been says
I can honestly say I never would have though about using Spaghetti-Os in lasagna, but this actually looks and sounds delicious! I'm sure my son would gobble it right up too. Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Merry Monday! We hope you'll join us again starting tonight! 🙂
Ron says
Where does the flour come into play??!
Living the Gourmet says
Hi Ron, I've just updated the recipe card. Add the flour to the melted butter before you add the cheese. If you have any more questions, feel free to let me know! Thanks for stopping by.