Double-Cheese Macaroni and Greens Recipe

Name: Double-Cheese Macaroni and Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces mezze rigatoni pasta; 12 ounces swiss chard, stems removed and leaves torn into 1-inch pieces; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; kosher salt; pepper; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 ¼ cups wole milk; 4 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 4 ounces muenster cheese or 4 ounces gruyere, grated

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta according to package directions, adding chard during last 3 minutes of cooking.
2
Drain pasta and chard and return to the pot.
3
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add onion, season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
5
Sprinkle flour over onions and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes; whisk in milk.
6
Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
7
Add Cheddar and 1/2 cup of Muenster cheese and cook, stirring, until melted.
8
Add pasta and chard and toss to combine.
9
Heat broiler.
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Transfer mixture to a 1 1/2-quart broiler-proof baking dish.
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Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Muenster and broil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
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TIPS & TECHNIQUES:.
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EASY UPGRADE: To turn up the flavor, use Gruyere instead of Muenster and stir 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard in along with the milk.

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces mezze rigatoni pasta, 12 ounces swiss chard, stems removed and leaves torn into 1-inch pieces, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Double-Cheese Macaroni and Greens falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Double-Cheese Macaroni and Greens

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