Creamy Small Pasta and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese, a similar dish, was served to Thomas Jefferson at a state dinner in 1802, and he loved it so much that he had it served at a White House dinner in 1803.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Creamy Small Pasta and Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Pasta Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 gram Small Pasta
• 200 gram Cheese
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tablespoon Bread Crumbs
• 1 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Cook the small pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Slowly whisk in the milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir until well coated.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs.
8. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
10. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.