Baby Spinach Mac and Cheese Recipe

Name: Baby Spinach Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound pasta tubes; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups whole milk; 1 1/2 cups grated white cheddar cheese; 1 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese; 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese; 6 ounces baby spinach

Servings: persons

1 pound pasta tubes
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups grated white cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
6 ounces baby spinach

1
Preheat the oven to 375F.
2
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, then drain.
3
While the pasta is cooking, in a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium high heat until hot, then whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, until the flour is fragrant, about 4 minutes.
4
Whisk in the milk and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper, then bring to a boil, whisking.
5
Boil until the milk is slightly thickened, about 8 minutes.
6
Remove from the heat and whisk in the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted, then whisk in the spinach.
7
Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Toss the pasta together with the sauce and transfer to a 3-quart baking dish.
9
Sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.
10
Bake the mac and cheese until the filling is bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes.
11
Serve.

1051

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound pasta tubes, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Baby Spinach Mac and 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.

Baby Spinach Mac and Cheese

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