Cheesy Shells And Greens Recipe

Name: Cheesy Shells And Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces medium pasta shells; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 cups milk; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg or 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; cayenne, pinch (optional); 1 1/2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated; kosher salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 1 bunch spinach, thick stems discarded and leaves roughly chopped

Servings: persons

12 ounces medium pasta shells
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg or 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
cayenne, pinch (optional)
1 1/2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 bunch spinach, thick stems discarded and leaves roughly chopped

1
Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
3
Add the flour and cook, stirring for 2 minutes; whisk in the milk.
4
Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 5 minutes.
5
Whisk in the mustard, nutmeg, cayenne, if using, 1 cup Cheddar, 1/2 t salt and 1/4 t pepper.
6
Add the pasta and spinach and toss to combine.
7
Heat broiler; transfer the mixture to a 1 1/2 quart broiler-proof baking dish or four 12 ounce ramekins.
8
Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar and broil until golden brown, 3-4 minutes.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces medium pasta shells, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Shells And Greens falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Cheesy Shells And Greens

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