Ziti With Sharp Cheddar and Mushrooms

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Satisfy your taste buds with Ziti With Sharp Cheddar and Mushrooms
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter ( or olive oil or a mix of both )
1 celery rib , finely chopped
8 ounces mixed mushrooms ( white , baby bella , shitake or other )
2 leeks , quartered lengthwise , sliced
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 cup flour
3 cups milk , warmed ( I use rice milk )
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon mustard
1 lb ziti pasta
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
2 tablespoons fresh parsley , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
530
Sugar
7g
Fat
21g
Ziti With Sharp Cheddar and Mushrooms is a classic American pasta dish that combines creamy cheese sauce with earthy mushrooms. The recipe is easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, such as bacon, chicken, or broccoli. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for cooler weather or comfort food cravings.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Melt butter in large skillet. Add celery, mushrooms, leeks, and marjoram. Cook over medium heat until softened.
3.Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes.
4.Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg, and mustard.
5.Bring sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly until sauce thickens.
6.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to instructions until al dente.
7.Drain pasta and return to pot. Pour sauce over pasta and toss to combine.
8.Transfer pasta to a large baking dish. Top with grated cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.
9.Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and breadcrumbs are golden brown.
10.Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

PROS

Ziti With Sharp Cheddar and Mushrooms is a delicious and hearty casserole.

It’s easy to make and perfect for a family dinner or potluck.

The cheese and breadcrumbs on top give it a crispy texture and beautiful presentation.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and breadcrumbs.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or gluten allergies.

If you don’t like mushrooms, you can substitute other vegetables or omit them altogether.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Ziti With Sharp Cheddar and Mushrooms is not the healthiest dish, it can provide some nutritional benefits.
Mushrooms are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins, copper, and selenium.
Cheddar cheese is high in calcium and protein, although it should be consumed in moderation due to its high fat content.
Whole wheat pasta can provide fiber and complex carbohydrates, although this recipe calls for regular pasta.

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