Spinach Mac and Cheese Recipe

Name: Spinach Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ½ cups raw elbow macaroni; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 cups 1% milk; 1 cup old cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 teaspoons whole grain Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; ½ teaspoon salt; 4 nuggets frozen spinach, thawed, prepared according to package instructions and well drained; ½ cup roasted garlic and rosemary crouton, crushed

Servings: persons

2 ½ cups raw elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups 1% milk
1 cup old cheddar cheese, shredded
2 teaspoons whole grain Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon salt
4 nuggets frozen spinach, thawed, prepared according to package instructions and well drained
½ cup roasted garlic and rosemary crouton, crushed

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
3
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucuepan over medium heat.
4
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute without browning.
5
Stir in half the milk to form a smooth paste.
6
Add the remaining milk, stirring constantly until bubbles appear around the edges of the surface (do not boil).
7
Add the cheese, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and salt; stir just until combined.
8
Keep warm over lowest heat, sitting occasionally until pasta is ready.
9
Drain pasta well.
10
Mix cooked spinach into the sauce and turn off heat.
11
Add pasta, mix well and transfer to an 8-inch square baking dish.
12
Bake for 5 minutes, remove from oven, top with crouton crumbs and serve.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ½ cups raw elbow macaroni, 3 tablespoons canola oil, 3 tablespoons flour, 2 cups 1% milk, and more.

Yes, Spinach Mac and Cheese falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Spinach Mac and Cheese

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