Four-Cheese Spinach Macaroni Recipe

Name: Four-Cheese Spinach Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces penne pasta; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 2 cups milk; 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese, divided; 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1 (8-ounce) container mascarpone cheese; 1 (4-ounce) package crumbled Gorgonzola cheese; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained; 1 cup soft breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Servings: persons

12 ounces penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 garlic cloves, pressed
2 cups milk
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8-ounce) container mascarpone cheese
1 (4-ounce) package crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

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["Cook pasta according to package directions, and drain. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat; add garlic, and saute 1 minute. Add milk, and cook until thoroughly heated. Gradually stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and next 6 ingredients; whisk until smooth. Stir in spinach. Add cooked pasta, tossing to coat. Spoon into a lightly greased 13"" x 9"" baking dish.", "Combine breadcrumbs, remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons melted butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle breadcrumb topping over macaroni. Bake, uncovered, at 375u00b0 for 20 minutes or until golden.", "Fresh Spinach Substitution: You can substitute a 10-ounce package of fresh spinach instead of using frozen spinach, if desired. Just wash the spinach, trim stems, and coarsely chop the leaves. Then wilt the leaves for 1 to 2 minutes in hot water in a pan."]

1054

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces penne pasta, 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, 2 garlic cloves, pressed, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Four-Cheese Spinach Macaroni 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.

Four-Cheese Spinach Macaroni

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