Avocado Spinach Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Avocado Spinach Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces, fluid Cavatappi Noodles; 2 whole Avocados, Peeled, Pitted; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Lime; 1/2 cups Spinach; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 1 cup Milk; 1 cup Jack Cheese, Shredded; 1 cup Cheddar, Shredded; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1/4 cups Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

12 ounces, fluid Cavatappi Noodles
2 whole Avocados, Peeled, Pitted
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Lime
1/2 cups Spinach
2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Flour
1 cup Milk
1 cup Jack Cheese, Shredded
1 cup Cheddar, Shredded
Salt And Pepper, to taste
1/4 cups Shredded Parmesan Cheese

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Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente.
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When done, drain off the water and set pasta aside.
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While pasta is cooking, make avocado mix using a food processor or blender.
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Combine garlic, avocados, juice from 1 lime, spinach and salt and pepper to taste in your food processor and process until creamy and well-blended.
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Set aside.
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Preheat oven to 450 F. To make cheese sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
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Slowly add flour and whisk until combined, and then add milk and continue to stir until smooth.
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Add in jack and cheddar cheeses and continue to stir and heat until cheese is fully melted and sauce is creamy.
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Place cavatappi in a large baking dish (9x9 or larger), and mix avocado and cheese sauces in until noodles are evenly covered.
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Cover with Parmesan, and bake at 450 F for 25 minutes.
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Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, serve and enjoy!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces, fluid Cavatappi Noodles, 2 whole Avocados, Peeled, Pitted, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 Lime, and more.

Yes, Avocado Spinach Mac & Cheese falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Avocado Spinach Mac & Cheese

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