GREEK MAC AND CHEESE

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Studded with spinach, topped with feta cheese, and infused with a hint of cinnamon, this savory casserole is based on a recipe from New York City chef Michael Psilakis. I have tweaked just a bit. You may add more veggies if you like(mushrooms and zucchini are good). Adapted from Saveur magazine(issue#129).

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 slices crustless whole wheat bread, torn into small pieces
9 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
kosher salt, to taste
8 ounces hollow pasta (penne or elbow macaroni)
1/4 cup flour
3 cups milk
4 cups grated graviera cheese (about 12 oz.-you may sub Romano OR Pecorino cheese ) or 4 cups kefalotyri cheese (about 12 oz.-you may sub Romano OR Pecorino cheese )
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 large shallots, finely chopped (or 4 small red onions)
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper (or orange or green)
16 ounces Baby Spinach, roughly chopped
8 scallions, cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds
1/3 cup roughly chopped fresh dill
1 3/4 cups crumbled feta (about 8 oz.)

Steps:

  • Put bread into the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Put bread crumbs and 3 tablespoons butter into a small bowl and combine; set aside.
  • Bring a 6 quart pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until cooked halfway through, about 3 minutes. Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining butter in a 4 quart saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute. Still whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in milk and cook until sauce has thickened and coats the back of a spoon, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove pan from the heat. Stir in cheese, cinnamon, and nutmeg and season with salt and pepper; set bechamel sauce aside.
  • Heat oven to 350°. Heat oil in a 5-qt. pot over medium heat. Add shallots and bell peppers and cook, stirring often, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add spinach and scallions and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 3 minutes. Stir in the reserved bechamel sauce, the dill, and the reserved pasta and move the mixture to a 9" x 13" baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with reserved bread crumbs and the feta.
  • Bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Collins Promise
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


AliOzka
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Steven Cunningham
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This was a great way to use up some leftover lamb. The mac and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the lamb added a nice savory touch.


Igbinosun Destiny
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I love Greek food, so I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The flavors were rich and flavorful.


Alabi Desmond
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used a blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and it was gooey and delicious.


Caryana Gallardo
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I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this Greek version was really good. The feta and oregano added a nice touch.


Donna Haynes
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This is my new favorite mac and cheese recipe. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the Greek spices add a nice touch.


Martin Jordaan
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about the unique flavor.


Elendu Franca
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the hidden spinach and zucchini.


Gana waleed
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I'm not a fan of feta cheese, so I used goat cheese instead. It was still really good!


sania zehra
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Luzuko George Madodonke
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


unabia mughal
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This was a great way to use up some leftover lamb. The mac and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the lamb added a nice savory touch.


Marisol Hernandez
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I love Greek food, so I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The flavors were rich and flavorful.


Vivian Jones
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used a blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and it was gooey and delicious.


MD Robiul Hasan
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this Greek version was really good. The feta and oregano added a nice touch.


Lebogang Magae
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This Greek mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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