Good for the Soul...

Smoked Gouda and Parmesan Macaroni

Well not exactly. I had no macaroni noodles so I used penne pasta... But still. 

Ingredients:

·       1 slice whole wheat bread

·       1 tablespoon butter

·       1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion

·       2 garlic cloves, minced

·       2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

·       2 cups nonfat milk

·       1/2 teaspoon salt

·       1/4 teaspoon black pepper

·       1/2 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese

·       1 1/2 ounces grated fresh parmesan cheese

·       5 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach

·       4 cups hot cooked elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked)

·       cooking spray

1- Preheat oven to 350°.

2- Place bread in a food processor, and pulse until coarse crumbs measure 1/2 cup.

3- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook 1 minute. Add flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.

4- Gradually add milk, salt, and pepper, stirring constantly with a whisk until blended. Bring to a boil; cook until thick (about 2 minutes). Add cheeses; stir until melted.

5- Add spinach and macaroni to cheese sauce, stirring until well blended. Spoon mixture into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until bubbly.

I made a mess...

 

- Eliz -