Macaroni and Cheese with Gouda

Serves 4 | 

Ingredients:

1 slice whole wheat bread

1 tablespoon butter

1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons flour

2 cups milk

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/3 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup shredded Gouda cheese

2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked

4 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Place bread in a food processor; pulse until coarsely crumbled. Set aside.
3. Set a large saucepan over medium heat. Melt butter. Add onions; cook for 1 minute. Add garlic; cook for 45 seconds. Add flour; cook and stir constantly for 1 minute. Slowly add milk to skillet, whisking constantly until blended. Add salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil; cook for about 2 minutes, until thick. Add Parmesan and Gouda cheeses; stir until cheeses are melted. Add macaroni and spinach to cheese sauce; stir until well blended.
4. Coat a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon macaroni into baking dish; top with breadcrumbs. Bake until bubbly, about 15 minutes.