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Creamed Spinach Mac & Cheese

Ultra-creamy mac and cheese blended with rich creamed spinach for a comforting, elevated pasta dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 16 oz elbow macaroni
Creamed Spinach
  • 10 oz fresh spinach
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté garlic in butter, add spinach and cook until wilted.
  3. Add cream, milk, and cream cheese to spinach. Simmer until smooth.
  4. Make a roux with butter and flour, whisk in milk, then add cheeses.
  5. Combine cheese sauce, creamed spinach, and pasta.
  6. Bake until bubbly and lightly golden, or serve stovetop.

Notes

Add a splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess.