Spinach Artichoke Mac and Cheese
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Spinach Artichoke Mac and Cheese, a creamy and cheesy delight that brings everyone to the table. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, combining rich flavors from melted cheeses and marinated artichokes with wholesome spinach. Even those who aren’t fans of greens will be reaching for seconds! With its easy preparation and delicious taste, this recipe has quickly become a household favorite that you’ll want to make time and time again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese
- 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach (thawed)
- 12 ounces marinated artichoke hearts (quartered)
- 16 ounces Casarecce pasta
Instructions
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat, then stir in flour to create a roux until lightly golden (about 2 minutes).
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook pasta until just under al dente; reserve some cooking liquid before draining.
- Whisk evaporated milk into the roux until smooth; add onion powder, garlic powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes until thickened.
- Mix in most of the shredded cheese until melted; add spinach and artichokes directly from the jar.
- Fold in the cooked pasta, adding reserved liquid bit by bit if necessary to reach desired consistency.
- Top with remaining cheese and broil for 4-6 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg