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White Cheddar Pesto Mac and Cheese

with toasted garlic breadcrumbs

Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • Info
    4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
  • Info
    8 oz. Cooked Cavatappi Pasta
  • 4 oz. Broccoli Florets
  • 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • Info
    2 oz. Shredded White Cheddar Cheese
  • Info
    1 oz. Basil Pesto
  • 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
  • Info
    0.42 oz. Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Info
    ⅓ oz. Butter
  • ½ tsp. Garlic and Parsley Seasoning

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    530
  • Carbohydrates
    53g
  • Net Carbs
    47g
  • Fat
    28g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Sodium
    1170mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil. 

  • If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.

  • If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.

  • If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. 

  • Add protein to meal as desired.

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Halve tomatoes. If you receive a pint of tomatoes, please use half.

    Cut broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Trim discolored ends, if necessary.

  2. 2

    Cook the Vegetables

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add broccoli and 1/4 cup water to hot pan. Cover and cook until water is almost completely evaporated, 4-6 minutes.

    Uncover and add tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally until tender, 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the Pasta and Sauce

    Add cream base, cheese, pesto, mirepoix base, and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pan. Stir occasionally until cheese melts and sauce is smooth, 2-3 minutes.

    Add pasta and stir until coated. Cover and stir occasionally until pasta is heated through, 2-3 minutes.

    If sauce is too thick, add water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

    Remove from burner.

    While pasta cooks, continue recipe.

  4. 4

    Toast Panko and Finish Dish

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat. Add butter to hot pan and let melt, 30-60 seconds.

    Stir in panko and garlic and parsley seasoning until combined and toasted, 2-3 minutes.

    Remove from burner.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping pasta with toasted panko. Bon appétit!

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