How To Make Cauliflower Cheese & Spinach Pasta Bakes
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
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Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth and bubbly.
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Gradually whisk in the milk, then bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
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Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Add the cooked pasta, cauliflower, and spinach into the skillet. Stir until everything is well coated in the cheese sauce.
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Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle some extra shredded cheddar cheese on top if desired.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 40mg
- Sodium : 420mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 60g
- Dietary Fiber : 5g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 18g
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