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Spinach Artichoke Macaroni & Cheese

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Macaroni & Cheese You'll Love

This Gluten-Free Spinach Artichoke Macaroni & Cheese recipe elevates comfort food with vibrant flavors that everyone will cherish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Gluten-Free Pasta
For the Roux
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup Gluten-Free Flour
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 cups Half & Half, room temperature Substitute with whole milk for a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Parsley Fresh or dried.
  • Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
For the Greens and Cheeses
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach, packed
  • 12 ounces Marinated Artichokes, drained and chopped
  • 5.3 ounces Boursin Cheese, shallot & chive
  • 2 1/2 cups Shredded Gruyère Cheese Reserve 1 cup for topping.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Pecorino Cheese
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Deep skillet or Dutch oven
  • Whisk
  • Oven-safe skillet or baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot, add the gluten-free pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large deep skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Whisk in 1/4 cup of gluten-free flour, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes until it resembles wet sand. This will thicken your cheese sauce.
  4. Slowly add 3 cups of half & half while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook, stirring regularly, for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the spices, then fold in 2 cups of fresh spinach until wilted, and add Boursin cheese and chopped artichokes.
  6. Mix in 2 1/2 cups of shredded Gruyère cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded Pecorino cheese, reserving 1 cup of Gruyère for later.
  7. Gently fold the cooked pasta into the cheese mixture until well-coated.
  8. Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe skillet. Top with the reserved 1 cup of shredded Gruyère cheese.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly. Optionally broil for an extra crispy finish.
  10. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm, perhaps with a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting. Adjust spices to taste and allow cooling time for best texture.

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