Macaroni And Cheese With Chickpeas And Spinach Recipe Recipe

Name: Macaroni And Cheese With Chickpeas And Spinach Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons oil; 4 cups roughly chopped spinach leaves (about 4 ounces); 1 medium clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk; 2 eggs; Half pound dry elbow macaroni; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 ounces grated American cheese; 8 ounces grated cheddar cheese; 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1/2 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons oil
4 cups roughly chopped spinach leaves (about 4 ounces)
1 medium clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
2 eggs
Half pound dry elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 ounces grated American cheese
8 ounces grated cheddar cheese
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika

1
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add spinach and cook, stirring until wilted, about 30 seconds. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Fill pot with salted water and bring to a boil.
2
Combine cornstarch, evaporated milk, and eggs in a small bowl and whisk until homogenous. Set aside.
3
Cook pasta in boiling water according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking water. Return to stock pot and add cooking water, butter, evaporated milk mixture, both cheeses, spinach, and chickpeas. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted and pasta is creamy and smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl, top with smoked paprika, and serve immediately.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons oil, 4 cups roughly chopped spinach leaves (about 4 ounces), 1 medium clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon), Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Macaroni And Cheese With Chickpeas And Spinach Recipe 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.

Macaroni And Cheese With Chickpeas And Spinach Recipe

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