Collard Green Mac and Cheese

Indulge in a mouthwatering twist on the classic comfort food with this recipe for Collard Green Mac and Cheese. This tasty and delicious side dish will elevate your mac and cheese game to a whole new level.

12 oz stemmed and chopped collard (about 2 bunches)

4 cups grated cheese (can be one cheese or assorted cheeses ex: asiago, cheddar, and gouda)

4 tbsp unsalted butter

4 tbsp all-purpose flour

4 cups low-fat milk

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp nutmeg

1 lb pasta (penne, elbow, or cavatappi)

Cook collards in a skillet and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted,
tossing regularly with tongs.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to the
package. Drain.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

In a medium-large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour
and whisk until well combined. Cook for 2 minutes. Gradually add milk,
continuing to whisk. Continue heating over medium heat, whisking
regularly, until the sauce begins to thicken. Add nutmeg and ½ of the
cheese to the sauce and whisk until the cheese is melted.

In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, collards, and cheese sauce until
combined. Transfer the mixture to a 9”x13” baking dish. Top with the
leftover cheese. Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

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