Mac-n-Cheese-n-Spin-occolini Bake Recipe

Name: Mac-n-Cheese-n-Spin-occolini Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 box chopped frozen spinach; Salt; 1 pound cavatappi, hollow corkscrew pasta or other short cut pasta; 1 bunch broccolini, trimmed and chopped into 2-inch pieces; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups whole milk; Black pepper; Nutmeg, grated, to taste; 1 cup grated provolone; 1 cup shredded Asiago; 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Servings: persons

1 box chopped frozen spinach
Salt
1 pound cavatappi, hollow corkscrew pasta or other short cut pasta
1 bunch broccolini, trimmed and chopped into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk
Black pepper
Nutmeg, grated, to taste
1 cup grated provolone
1 cup shredded Asiago
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

1
Defrost spinach in microwave.
2
Wring out and separate, reserve.
3
While the spinach defrosts, bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium heat for the pasta and a pan with a few inches of water to a boil over medium heat for the broccolini.
4
Salt the boiling water and cook pasta to just-shy of al dente.
5
Cook the broccolini for 3 minutes, then shock in a bowl of cold water and drain well.
6
Return the pan that you cooked the broccolini in, to the stove top over medium heat and add 3 tablespoons butter.
7
When the butter has melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
8
Add the milk and whisk to combine.
9
Cook the sauce for 5 minutes, to thicken, then season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, to taste.
10
Reduce the heat to low.
11
When pasta is almost ready, and the provolone and Asiago cheeses to the sauce.
12
Heat the broiler or the oven to high.
13
In a large bowl, combine the pasta with the spinach, broccolini and sauce.
14
Transfer to individual casseroles or a large single casserole dish.
15
Top with the Parmesan cheese and brown under the broiler or in hot oven for a couple of minutes.
16
Remove from the oven and serve.

730

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 box chopped frozen spinach, Salt, 1 pound cavatappi, hollow corkscrew pasta or other short cut pasta, 1 bunch broccolini, trimmed and chopped into 2-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Mac-n-Cheese-n-Spin-occolini Bake falls under the General 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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Mac-n-Cheese-n-Spin-occolini Bake

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