Halloween Green And Gooey Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Name: Halloween Green And Gooey Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups enriched macaroni (6 cups cooked) or 3 cups other small shell pasta (6 cups cooked); 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cups broccoli florets; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (or to taste); 1 1/2 cups milk, 2%; 1 cup whipping cream, 35%; 2 cups spinach or 2 cups arugula leaves, packed; 3 cups cheddar cheese; 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 cups enriched macaroni (6 cups cooked) or 3 cups other small shell pasta (6 cups cooked)
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups broccoli florets
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (or to taste)
1 1/2 cups milk, 2%
1 cup whipping cream, 35%
2 cups spinach or 2 cups arugula leaves, packed
3 cups cheddar cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
salt and pepper

1
In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta for 8 min or according to package directions, until tender; drain well.
2
Meanwhile in a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook broccoli and onion until softened, about 3 minute Stir in nutmeg. Add milk and cream; cook stirring often, for 8 to 10 min or until slightly thickened and broccoli is tender. Stir in spinach and remove from heat.
3
In a blender, in batches, or with an immersion blender, puree until smooth or desired consistency. Stir in macaroni to coat; stir in Canadian Cheddar and
4
Parmesan cheese until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand for 5 min before serving. Serves 6.
5
Tips:
6
Slice up broccoli stems to use in soups or with dips.
7
Add 2 cups (500 mL) diced grilled chicken or ham.
8
Tip for the Adventurous:
9
Substitute Canadian smoked Gouda or Gruyere for the Old Cheddar.
10
Time Saving Tip:
11
Make ahead and reheat, adding more milk if too thick.

1490

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups enriched macaroni (6 cups cooked) or 3 cups other small shell pasta (6 cups cooked), 2 tablespoons butter, 2 cups broccoli florets, 3/4 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Halloween Green And Gooey Macaroni And Cheese 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.

Halloween Green And Gooey Macaroni And Cheese

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