Smoked Gouda Macaroni and Cheese |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This classic macaroni and cheese recipe has been updated for heightened flavor with the addition of Gouda and Parmesan cheeses and fresh spinach. Ingredients:
1 (1-ounce) slice whole wheat bread |
1 tablespoon butter |
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups fat-free milk |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded smoked gouda cheese |
1/3 cup (about 1 1/2 ounces) grated fresh parmesan cheese |
5 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach |
4 cups hot cooked elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked) |
cooking spray |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Place bread in a food processor, and pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1/2 cup.
3. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook 1 minute. Add flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk, salt, and pepper, stirring constantly with a whisk until blended. Bring to a boil; cook until thick (about 2 minutes). Add cheeses; stir until melted.
4. Add spinach and macaroni to cheese sauce, stirring until well blended. Spoon mixture into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until bubbly.
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