Baked Feta Pasta Mac and Cheese - Spanakopita Style
Get ready to indulge in a creamy, cheesy delight with our Baked Feta Pasta Mac and Cheese, inspired by the beloved flavors of Spanakopita! This mouthwatering dish combines tangy feta, rich spinach, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, all baked to perfection for that ultimate comfort food experience. Dive into this fusion of Mediterranean flair and classic mac and cheese that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
450
Protein
28g
Carbs
42g
Fat
15g
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- •1 lb dry macaroni or small pasta
- •2 blocks of feta cheese
- •4 cups half and half
- •2 cups parmesan cheese
- •Phyllo dough
- •Spinach
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- •Extra virgin olive oil
- •Fresh black pepper
- •Kosher salt
- •2 cups water
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
Add two blocks of feta cheese to the center of a casserole dish.
- 3
Pour in one pound of dry macaroni or your small pasta of choice.
- 4
Add four cups of half and half and two cups of water.
- 5
Sprinkle with kosher salt and stir gently.
- 6
Drizzle the feta with extra virgin olive oil and crack fresh black pepper over the top.
- 7
Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
- 8
After baking, break up the feta and mix everything together.
- 9
If needed, add more liquid (up to six cups total).
- 10
Stir in two cups of parmesan cheese.
- 11
Add a bunch of spinach (fresh or well-drained frozen).
- 12
Top with phyllo dough and bake until golden brown.
- 13
Serve and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use pre-cooked spinach to save time on wilting fresh spinach.
- ✓Let the feta sit in the olive oil for at least 15 minutes before baking to enhance flavor.
- ✓Use a combination of shredded mozzarella and parmesan for a creamier texture.
- ✓If you don't have half and half, you can substitute with equal parts whole milk and heavy cream.