Greek Style Mac and (Feta) Cheese
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5
Greek Style Mac and (Feta) Cheese
Description
This Greek Style Mac and (Feta) Cheese features cooked pasta blended with a creamy cheese sauce of feta, Greek yogurt, and cream cheese. The addition of sautéed onions, peppers, herbs like parsley, oregano, and mint, plus olives introduces fresh, savory, and slightly briny notes. The mixture is combined, placed in a casserole dish, and baked at 350°F to meld flavors and create a warmed, softly browned dish.
The dish balances the tanginess of feta and yogurt with the rich, smooth cream cheese, while the herbs enhance its Mediterranean character. The sautéing of vegetables adds sweetness and texture contrast, complementing the creamy pasta.
Served fresh from the oven, it can be a comforting main or side dish in a Mediterranean-inspired meal. Optional sprinkling of Parmesan adds a touch of sharpness to the finished baked top.
Ingredients
- ½ pound pasta
- 3 ounces feta cheese
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2-3 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon oregano dry
- 1 tablespoon mint
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 pepper chopped
- ¼ cup chopped olives
- Pepper/Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven at 350 Fahrenheit (180 C)
- Boil the pasta according to the directions
- In a pan heat about 1 ½ tablespoon olive oil and sauté the onion and pepper until soft.
- Add the herbs and olives and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
- In a bowl mash the feta with yogurt and cream cheese until creamy. Add some pepper.
- Once the pasta in boiled, drain and put back in the pot and add the cooked vegetables and the rest of the olive oil.
- Add the cheese sauce and mix well. You can sprinkle a small amount of dry cheese such as parmesan on top.
- Pour into a casserole and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes.
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Overall Rating
5
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