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Greek Mac and Cheese

A healthy twist on classic mac and cheese with whole wheat pasta, tomatoes, spinach, olives, and feta cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz Whole Wheat Elbow Pasta
  • 1.5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 0.25 cup All-purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Low Fat Milk
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Part-skim Mozzarella
  • 5 oz Crumbled Feta Cheese (divided)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Marjoram or Thyme
  • Freshly ground Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1.5 cups Quartered Cherry or Grape Tomatoes
  • 10 pitted Kalamata Olives (chopped)
  • 3 cups Fresh Baby Spinach (chopped)
  • Fresh Dill or Parsley (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. When boiling, add macaroni and cook until just under al dente according to package directions.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a deep casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
  4. Add chopped red onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté 1 minute more.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until boiling.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in mozzarella and one-third of feta until melted.
  8. Add oregano, marjoram, pepper, diced tomatoes, olives, and spinach. Stir to combine and add salt as needed.
  9. Drain pasta and transfer to casserole dish. Pour in cheese mixture, and top with remaining feta.
  10. Bake for 20-22 minutes until top is golden. Garnish with dill or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

Enjoy this flavorful Greek-inspired mac and cheese as a hearty meal or side dish.
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