FLORENTINE MAC AND CHEESE AND ROAST CHICKEN SAUSAGE MEATBALLS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Place a large pot of water on to boil for pasta. When it comes to a boil, salt it and add the pasta to cook to al dente. Strain pasta reserving 1 cup cooking liquid.
- While the water is coming to a boil, in a large mixing bowl combine the chicken, salt and pepper, rosemary, fennel seeds, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano - a rounded handful, egg and bread crumbs. *If the mixture seems too wet, add a handful of bread crumbs and mix together.
- Form 8 large round balls, about 3 to 4-inches. Coat balls in a couple of tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil and lightly grease a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil. Arrange balls on the baking sheet and roast 17 to 18 minutes until juices run clear.
- Defrost spinach in microwave 8 to 10 minutes on "defrost" setting depending on the microwave. Place the boxes in a shallow dish to catch any run off.
- While the meatballs roast, in a medium sauce pot over medium heat, melt butter, whisk in flour, cook 1 minute then whisk in stock and milk, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg and thicken 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1 cup grated Parmigiano and reduce heat on lowest setting.
- Wring spinach completely dry in clean kitchen towel then separate as you add it to the sauce. Also add the reserved 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
- Toss pasta with the spinach-white sauce and adjust seasonings.
- Serve Florentine Mac-n-Cheese with 2 meatballs per person along side.
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charles Maluleke
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks absolutely delicious!
Danyal luqman
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Shah nawaz 22 khan
[email protected]I would definitely make this dish again. It's easy to make and it's a great way to impress your guests.
Colin Hunter
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The meatballs were delicious and the mac and cheese was a perfect complement.
inass Football
[email protected]Overall, I enjoyed this dish. The mac and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the meatballs were juicy and well-seasoned.
Najam Uddin
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The mac and cheese was very heavy, and the meatballs were a bit greasy.
Mehmood Khankakar
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my mac and cheese turned out lumpy. The meatballs were also a bit overcooked.
Taonga Makondetsa
[email protected]The meatballs were a bit dry, but the mac and cheese was delicious. I would make this dish again, but I would adjust the meatball recipe.
Nahid Parween
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this dish. The spinach and artichoke flavors were subtle and didn't overpower the mac and cheese.
Sindri Gudmundsson
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The meatballs are especially delicious, and the mac and cheese is creamy and flavorful.
Moiz Love
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The spinach and artichoke give the mac and cheese a nice tang, and the meatballs are savory and flavorful.
Bah Salieu
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's sure to impress your guests.
Determined Judge
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The meatballs are a great way to use up leftover chicken, and the mac and cheese is always a crowd-pleaser.
PixieLou85
[email protected]The flavors of the Florentine Mac and Cheese and Roast Chicken Sausage Meatballs were amazing. The spinach and artichoke added a nice touch of flavor to the mac and cheese, and the meatballs were cooked to perfection.
Proud nyasha Tsikayi
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs were cooked perfectly. They were juicy and flavorful, with a crispy exterior. The mac and cheese was also delicious, with a rich and creamy sauce.
Asslly
[email protected]This Florentine Mac and Cheese is a delightful dish that combines the classic flavors of mac and cheese with the vibrant freshness of spinach and artichoke. The result is a creamy, cheesy pasta that is both comforting and sophisticated.