Greek Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 lb macaroni
1/2 lb spinach, washed and stemmed
1 1/2 lbs crumbled feta cheese (about 6 cups)
2 1/2 cups whole milk
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup olive oil
1 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
3/4 tsp minced fresh rosemary
2 tsp minced fresh thyme
1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup pitted black olives, coarsely chopped (optional)
1/2 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mixed chopped fresh herb (such as parsley , thyme , and rosemary)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°; bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil; add in macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes until al dente; drain and place in a large bowl.
To blanch the spinach: bring 4 quarts salted water to a simmer over med-high heat; have ready a large bowl of ice water and a slotted spoon; add spinach to simmering water (in three or 4 batches) and submerge it.
Let cook about 15 seconds, remove with the slotted spoon, and plunge into the ice water; let spinach cool completely, drain it, and squeeze out the excess water; if the leaves are large, chop them into bite-sized pieces; set aside.
In a blender or food processor, puree the feta cheese with the milk, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper (blend in two batches, if needed); this will not be completely smooth; there will be very small chunks of cheese remaining.
Stir the cheese mixture into the cooked macaroni; then add the minced rosemary and thyme, garlic, red pepper flakes, olives, cherry tomatoes, and blanched spinach.
Transfer mixture to a 13x9 inch baking dish; sprinkle with parmesan cheese and the mixed herbs.
Bake on the middle shelf 25-30 minutes until the pasta is heated through and the top is slightly browned.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	690.79 Kcal (2892 kJ)
Calories from fat	376.21 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	41.8g	64%
Cholesterol	82.71mg	28%
Sodium	1599.42mg	67%
Potassium	556.44mg	12%
Total Carbs	53.91g	18%
Sugars	10.13g	41%
Dietary Fiber	3.2g	13%
Protein	25.36g	51%
Vitamin C	14.3mg	24%
Iron	3.6mg	20%
Calcium	638.3mg	64%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	210.18 Kcal (880 kJ)
Calories from fat	114.46 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.72g	64%
Cholesterol	25.16mg	28%
Sodium	486.64mg	67%
Potassium	169.3mg	12%
Total Carbs	16.4g	18%
Sugars	3.08g	41%
Dietary Fiber	0.97g	13%
Protein	7.72g	51%
Vitamin C	4.4mg	24%
Iron	1.1mg	20%
Calcium	194.2mg	64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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