Cheesy Shells and Greens

Another super quick dinner recipe.  I love adding in the greens for a healthy kick.

Cheesy Shells and Greens

Ingredients

12 oz. Medium Pasta Shells
1 tbsp. unsalted butter
2 tbsp. flour
1 1/4 c. whole milk
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1/8 tsp. freshly grated or ground nutmeg
Pinch cayenne
Kosher salt and pepper
6 oz. extra-sharp cheddar, grated (1 1/2 cups)
1 bunch spinach, thick stems discarded, leaves roughly chopped

Directions

Cook the pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes; whisk in the milk. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 5 minutes.

Whisk in the mustard, nutmeg, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, then 1 cup cheddar, stirring until melted and smooth. Add the pasta and toss to coat, then fold in the spinach.

Heat broiler. Transfer the mixture to a 6-cup broiler-proof baking dish or four 12-ounce ramekins. 

Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar and broil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.


Original link:http://www.womansday.com/food-recipes/food-drinks/recipes/a58504/cheesy-shells-and-greens-recipe/