Smoked Gouda Macaroni and Cheese
Not sure where this recipe originated . . . I'm thinking Cooking Light (non-fat milk). Other cheeses can be used however I'm really partial to the smoked gouda!
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READY IN: 30mins
YIELD: 4 1 1/4 cup servings
UNITS: US
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1slice whole wheat bread
- 1tablespoon butter
- 1⁄4cup thinly sliced green onion
- 2
- 2tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2cups nonfat milk
- 1⁄2teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4teaspoon black pepper
- 1⁄2cup shredded smoked gouda cheese
- 1 1⁄2ounces grated fresh parmesan cheese
- 5cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach
- 4cups hot cooked elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked)
- cooking spray
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DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Place bread in a food processor, and pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1/2 cup.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook 1 minute. Add flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. 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.
- 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.
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