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Caprese Mac & Cheese

Servings
approx 10 servings

Prep Time
20 min

Cook Time
20 min

Nutrition Facts

10 servings Serving Per Container

Serving size 1 serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories

620

% Daily Value*
Total Fat 36g 46%
Saturated Fat 20g 98%
Cholesterol 100mg 33%
Sodium 680mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 53g 19%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Sugars 8g
   Includes Added Sugars 0g 8%
Protein 25g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 488mg 40%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 580mg 10%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Caprese Mac & Cheese
Caprese Mac & Cheese

Ingredients

  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Basil / Garlic Powder
  • Pinch Salt & Pepper
  • 1 lb Cavatappi Pasta
  • 2 cup Milk
  • 2 oz Cream Cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • Pinch Salt & Pepper
  • 1 cup Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Fontina Cheese, shredded
  • 1 (5.2 oz) Boursin Cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup Pesto
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
  • 1-2 Heirloom Tomatoes, sliced
  • Crumb Topping: ---
  • 3 tbsp Butter, melted
  • 4 cloves Roasted Garlic, smashed
  • 1 cup Panko
  • 1/4 tsp Salt & Pepper
Caprese Mac & Cheese

Method of Preparation

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 1

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a baking dish with pan spray.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 2

Step 2

In a bowl toss cherry tomatoes, olive oil, dried basil, garlic powder, and pinch of salt & pepper.

 

Add to a sheet pan and roast for 10-15 minutes. Set aside when done.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 3

Step 3

In a small bowl mix together all the crumb topping ingredients. Set aside.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 4

Step 4

In a large pot bring 4 cups of water and 1 tsp of salt to a boil.

 

Add the pasta and cook for 8 minutes. Do not drain the water.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 5

Step 5

Add milk, cream cheese, garlic powder, and pinch of salt & pepper.

 

Boil for 4-5 minutes until the cream cheese has melted and the pasta is al dente.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 6

Step 6

Add the cheddar, fontina, and Boursin cheese.

 

Stir in until melted and creamy.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 7

Step 7

Add in the pesto and the roasted cherry tomatoes.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 8

Step 8

Transfer to the baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese.

Caprese Mac & Cheese - Step 9

Step 9

Lay out the tomato slices on top and sprinkle the crumb topping evenly.

 

Bake for 20 minutes, or until the crumb is golden. Enjoy!