Ingredients
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- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually add milk while whisking constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth.
- Mix in cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy the deliciousness!
Notes
For a creamier texture, use freshly grated mozzarella instead of pre-shredded. Consider adding garlic powder or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: macaroni and cheese, caprese, comfort food, Italian-American, vegetarian