Green Apple Macaroni and Cheese
An apple a day keeps the doctor away and so does this Green Apple Macaroni and Cheese that lets your oven do the hard work for you.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 12 oz white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 12 oz extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 lb penne pasta, cooked
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 Granny Smith apples, cubed
- 1 tsp grated nutmeg
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 4 tbsp parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475. Thoroughly grease an 11" x 17" baking sheet with the butter.
- Combine the grated cheeses in one bowl and set aside two cups.
- Cook penne pasta according to package directions and drain. Coat in olive oil and place in bowl, stirring to prevent the noodles from sticking.
- Toss the cheeses, pasta, paprika, lemon juice, wine, and salt and pepper to taste in bowl.
- Spread mixture in single, even layer on baking sheet.
- Evenly distribute the cubes of Granny Smith apples over baking sheet. Take reserved cups of cheese and sprinkle evenly over apples and pasta mixture.
- Pour whole milk over surface of baking sheet in even measure. Top with paprika, grated nutmeg, and parsley.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is golden and crispy.
Notes
If you prefer a more gooey cheese layer, bake for 10 minutes instead of 15 minutes.