3 Cheese and Kale Macaroni

⏱ 30 mins 🍽 6-8 serving(s) 🏷 Greens

This homemade macaroni cheese features a trio of parmesan, romano and asiago cheeses blended with cream. It is combined with sautéed kale, mushrooms and tomato for a hearty and flavourful pasta dish. The recipe serves six to eight people and can be prepared and baked in about half an hour.

3 Cheese and Kale Macaroni

Ingredients

  • 5 ounces shredded parmesan cheese
  • 5 ounces shredded romano cheese
  • 5 ounces shredded asiago cheese
  • 1/3 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
  • 3 cups chopped kale
  • 1 (10 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
  • 1/3 cup chopped tomato
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Method

  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta, adding a little oil to prevent sticking.
  2. For the sauce, combine the shredded parmesan, romano and asiago cheeses with the cream cheese and half and half in a bowl, then set it aside.
  3. Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan and sauté the chopped garlic and onion until they begin to turn golden.
  4. Add the chopped kale, tomatoes and sliced mushrooms to the pan.
  5. Place a lid on the pan and allow the vegetables to cook for 6 minutes.
  6. Pour in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
  7. Introduce the prepared cheese and cream mixture to the pan.
  8. Stir the sauce continuously until all the cheese has melted completely and the sauce is smooth.
  9. Drain the cooked pasta and transfer it into a glass baking dish.
  10. Pour the creamy cheese sauce over the pasta and stir thoroughly to combine everything evenly.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium713000 mg

Recipe details

CategoryGreens
AuthorLana Christine