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 -
