Italian Mac and Cheese
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Italian Mac and Cheese is a creamy pasta dish made with mozzarella and parmesan, topped with a golden, crispy breadcrumb crust. It's richer than traditional versions and pairs well with roasted vegetables or grilled meats.
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Nutrition & ingredients
Ingredients
serves 8- 8 oz. medium shells pasta (or other small-medium pasta shape, whole wheat or regular)
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (preferably whole)
- 8 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese ((about 2 cups))
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (divided)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko, unseasoned)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- kosher salt and black pepper
At a glance
PER SERVING · TIME 35M
BARS = SHARE OF RECIPE CALORIES · RINGS = FDA DV
Complete estimate · 100% of estimated mass resolved
All countable ingredients resolved. Figures are per serving.
- Prep
- 20m
- Cook
- 15m
- Sodium
- 539mg
- Total sugar
- 5g
Added sugar is not shown when one or more ingredients lack reliable added-sugar evidence.
Nutrition estimated from ingredients, per serving.
Vitamins & minerals
- Potassium
- 185mg
- Calcium
- 379mg
- Iron
- 2mg
Estimated from ingredients; USDA coverage varies by food.
- PREP
- 20M
- SODIUM
- 539MG
- ESTIMATE
- COMPLETE
Nutrition estimated from ingredients, per serving. 100% of estimated mass resolved.