Italian Style Macaroni and Cheese
Tomatoes, spinach and a blend of spices give this ultra-cheesy macaroni and cheese its Italian-style appeal.
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2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
1-1/2 cups 1% milk
3 Tbsp. flour
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese. divided
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1 pkg. (5 oz.) baby spinach, rinsed
1/4 cup bread crumbs
season to taste
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Let's Make It
1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 1-1/2-qt casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
2
Heat large pot over medium heat and add the milk, flour, 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, Mexican Style cheese, , onion powder, garlic powder and cayenne red pepper and whisk until the cheese begins to melt.
3
Remove from the heat and stir in the pasta, diced tomatoes and spinach and continue to mix until the spinach is wilted.
4
Pour the macaroni and cheese into a 1-1/2-qt. casserole dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese and the breadcrumbs. Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.
Kitchen Tips
Tip 1
Serving Suggestion
Omit the cayenne red pepper if you want less spice in the dish.
Tip 2
Substitute
You can substitute in other vegetables to your liking. Try adding cooked peas, or cooked mixed vegetables. This dish is very customizable to your family’s tastes.
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