Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese

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4.5

12 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    407 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese

Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese-this stovetop mac and cheese is super creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor! It is easy to make but tastes gourmet! 

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Ingredients

Servings
  • salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • 12 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk at room temperature, whole
  • 2 cups havarti cheese shredded, or mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tablespoons Spinach Basil Pesto or store bought basil pesto

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook just until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the flour to create a paste. Add the milk and whisk until smooth. Increase the heat to medium and continue whisking until the sauce starts to thicken, about 2 minutes. Stir in the shredded cheese and continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Fold in the pesto.
  3. Add the pasta, stirring to combine, and cook just until the pasta is warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 407kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 180mg (8%) Potassium 240mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 590IU (12%) Calcium 175mg (18%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 407 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 407kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 51g 17%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 180mg 8%
Potassium 240mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 590IU 12%
Calcium 175mg 18%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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