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Ingredients

  • 1 package Dreamfields Elbows
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped white onion
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1-1/2 cups half & half
  • 1 cup 1% milk
  • 1 teaspoon each salt, pepper and nutmeg
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1-1/2 cups fontina cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup non-fat cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese


Directions

  1. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat; sauté onion, garlic and parsley for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add half & half and milk, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Pre-heat oven to 425-degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch casserole baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Toss pasta and sauce together. Add fontina and cheddar cheeses; stir until well blended and pour into casserole dish. Top with Parmesan.
  4. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.


Recipe Yield: Makes 8 side dish servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

Calories: 354
Calories from fat: 39
Fat: 14 grams
Saturated Fat: 8 grams
Fiber: 4 grams
Sodium: 476 milligrams
Cholesterol: 52 milligrams
Protein: 19 grams
Carbohydrates: 0 grams