One Pot Spinach and Feta Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 T. olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• pinch of salt
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 fresh tomatoes, diced
• 8 - 10 oz. bag fresh baby spinach
• 1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 c. cubed white cheddar cheese
• 1/4 c. part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 c. elbow macaroni, whole grain/multigrain, if possible
• 1 c. low-sodium vegetable broth/stock
• 1 c. unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 t. Italian seasoning
• salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pan with a lid over medium-high heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt; cook 2 - 3 minutes, or until softened; stir in garlic; cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add tomatoes, spinach, cheeses, macaroni, vegetable broth/stock, milk and seasonings. Stir to combine; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Lower heat to a medium-low; cover; cook for 12 - 15 minutes, or until pasta is fully cooked. Stir frequently, about every 3 minutes, to prevent sticking.
2. Remove from heat; stir.
3. Garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
4. 4 servings.