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Greek Mac & Cheese Casserole

Published February 6, 2018
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Published February 6, 2018
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Feta cheese, along with tons of spinach and scads of herbs, means this green-packed version of mac and cheese has plenty of flavor without a heavy cream sauce. You can prep it to the point of baking up to 2 days ahead; keep it covered and chilled and pop it in the oven just before you’re ready to eat.

Healthy Mac and Cheese, Anyone? Try Our Greek Version

Greek Mac & Cheese Casserole

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces large elbow macaroni or other hollow pasta
  • 1 pound spinach
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 6 scallions, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 sprigs parsley (leaves), chopped
  • 6 sprigs dill, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 4 ounces kasseri or provolone cheese
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to box directions, drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, heat a pot over medium heat. Add 1/3 cup water and the spinach. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook until spinach is wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold, running water to cool. Use your hands to squeeze as much liquid out of the spinach as possible; working in small handfuls. Fluff the spinach back up a bit, place  in a large bowl and set aside.

Return the pot to medium-high heat, add the oil, onions, scallions and salt. Cook, stirring, until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add to the spinach. Toss in the parsley and dill. Stir everything together. Add the pepper and nutmeg; stir to combine.

Add 3/4 of the cheeses. Stir to mix. Add the pasta; stir to combine.

Coat an 8-by-8 baking dish with cooking spray. Dump the mixture into the dish, top with the remaining cheese and bake until browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Let sit about 5 minutes before cutting into 4 pieces. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1 piece

Per serving: Calories: 379; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 25mg; Sodium: 665mg; Carbohydrate: 48g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 21g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 356mg; Iron: 18%; Vitamin A: 97%; Vitamin C: 32%; Calcium: 35%

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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