Quattro Formaggi Plus

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Quattro Formaggi Plus Pasta - A Rich and Creamy Cheese Lovers' Delight

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 box barilla medium pasta shell
	2 tablespoons margarine
	1 box half-and-half
	1 bag of walmart fancy shredded Italian cheese blend ( or equal parts of any 4-6 cheese that you like to equal 1 cup )
	1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
	1/8 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

482

Sugar

Fat

31g

Quattro Formaggi Plus Pasta is a delicious and filling dish, perfect for any cheese lover. This creamy pasta dish is made with a blend of four different Italian cheeses, creating a rich and flavorful sauce. The pasta shells are the perfect vehicle for the cheese sauce, with their hollow interiors capturing all the saucy goodness. This dish can be served as a main meal or as a side dish, and is sure to be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Cook medium pasta shells according to the package instructions and drain.
2.	In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons margarine over medium heat.
3.	Add half-and-half, shredded Italian cheese blend (or a mix of 4-6 cheese of your choice), nutmeg, salt and pepper.
4.	Allow to simmer and stir frequently until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce has thickened.
5.	Add in the cooked pasta and stir gently until the pasta is coated with the cheese sauce.
6.	Remove from the heat and serve hot.

PROS

Quattro Formaggi Plus Pasta is a quick and easy dish to prepare, with a few simple ingredients required.

The creamy cheese sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta shells provide the perfect base for the sauce.

CONS

This pasta dish is high in calories and fat, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The cheese sauce is quite rich, so may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or those who are watching their cholesterol levels.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Quattro Formaggi Plus Pasta may not be the healthiest food choice due to its high calorie and fat content, it does offer some nutritional benefits.
Cheese is a good source of calcium and protein, which are important for strong bones and muscles.
Nutmeg has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce swelling and pain in the body.