Green Mac and Cheese
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4.1
117 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
567 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Green Mac and Cheese
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Green Mac and Cheese is packed with fresh spinach, broccoli, and peas. It's a creamy, cheesy dish that sneaks in extra greens without compromising flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni (you can also use campanelle, cavatappi, or shells)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup packed fresh spinach
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 4 cups grated white cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup peas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F.
- Cook pasta in salted water for about 3 minutes less than package directions call for, until al dente. Reserve half a cup of the pasta water and strain.
- While the pasta is cooking. Place the milk and spinach in a blender and blend on high speed until smooth.
- In a large pot melt the butter and then add the flour, whisking continuously over low-medium heat for 2-3 minutes to make a roux. Slowly whisk in the milk mixture and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, whisking occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes, or until sauce is gently bubbling and starting to thicken.
- Add reserved pasta water and cheese and whisk until melted. Stir in the pasta, salt, broccoli and peas.
- Transfer to a greased 13″ x 9″ baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling and the pasta is set.
Notes
- Blend Until Smooth: To get that vibrant green color, make sure to blend the spinach and milk until completely smooth.
- Blend Until Smooth: To get that vibrant green color, make sure to blend the spinach and milk until completely smooth.
- Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Since it will continue cooking in the oven, slightly undercooking the pasta noodles helps maintain the perfect texture.
- Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Since it will continue cooking in the oven, slightly undercooking the pasta noodles helps maintain the perfect texture.
- Use Fresh or Frozen Veggies: Both work great! If using frozen broccoli or peas, thaw them before adding to the mix.
- Use Fresh or Frozen Veggies: Both work great! If using frozen broccoli or peas, thaw them before adding to the mix.
- Broil for a Golden Top: For a crispy, golden crust, broil for the last 2-3 minutes of baking. And feel free to add more grated cheese on top! To Freeze: Let it cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
- Broil for a Golden Top: For a crispy, golden crust, broil for the last 2-3 minutes of baking. And feel free to add more grated cheese on top!
- To Freeze: Let it cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
567kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
54g
(18%)
Protein
26g
(52%)
Fat
27g
(42%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
79mg
(26%)
Sodium
710mg
(30%)
Potassium
446mg
(13%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1473IU
(29%)
Vitamin C
28mg
(31%)
Calcium
544mg
(54%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 567 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 567kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 710mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 446mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1473IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 544mg | 54% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.1
117 reviews
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