shells and parmesan cheese
This is a rich and delicious macaroni and cheese recipe, using freshly grated Parmesan cheese and small shells. This makes a great side or main entree'
prep time
cook time
30 Min
method
Bake
yield
4 to 6
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 3/4 cup freshly ground parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces small shell macaroni, uncooked
- 1 cup soft bread crumbs, any kind you prefer
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- - paprika, optional
How To Make shells and parmesan cheese
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Step 1In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour, cooking until hot and bubbly, about 1 minute. Gradually stir in chicken broth and milk. Add the salt and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring, until thickened and bubbly. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue to cook and stir until cheese is melted.
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Step 2Meanwhile, cook the shells in boiling salted water as directed on package. Drain well and add to the sauce mixture, blending well. Transfer to a lightly buttered 2 quart baking dish. Combine bread crumbs with melted butter and parsley flakes, sprinkle over the casserole.
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Step 3Bake at 350F degrees for 25-35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with paprika before serving, if desired.
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Step 4A thought: Add your favorite veggie such as: broccoli, zucchini, peas etc.
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Category:
Pasta
Category:
Pasta Sides
Tag:
#For Kids
Tag:
#Healthy
Keyword:
#cheese
Keyword:
#Casserole
Keyword:
#Kids
Keyword:
#pastashells
Ingredient:
Pasta
Method:
Bake
Culture:
American
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