Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese

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4.5 from 12 votes

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!

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Servings: 6

Calories: 407 kcal

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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

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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.
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.
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

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: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 407

% 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.