Crab Artichoke Casserole

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This can also be baked in individual ovenproof dishes. reduce cooking time to 20 minutes.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350.

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Grease 2-quart casserole.

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Cook pasta according to package directions.

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Drain and set aside.

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Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat.

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Add green onions.

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Cook and stir about 2 minutes.

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Add flour.

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Cook and stir 2 minutes more.

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Gradually add half-and-half , whisking constantly until mixture begins to thicken.

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Whisk in mustard and red pepper.

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Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

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Remove from heat and stir in 1 / 4 cup cheese until melted.

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Combine crabmeat , artichokes and pasta in casserole.

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Add sauce mixture and stir until blended.

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Top with remaining 1 / 4 cup cheese.

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Bake about 40 minutes or until hot , bubbly and lightly browned.

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Ingredients

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small shell pasta, butter, green onions, all-purpose flour, half-and-half, dry mustard, ground red pepper, salt and black pepper, swiss cheese, imitation crabmeat, artichoke hearts