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Greek-Style Baked Macaroni

This delicious baked macaroni dish from Greece is great for the whole family! Try it with tomatoes fresh from the garden or your local farmers’ market.
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Course Casserole, Pasta, Rice & Grains
Cuisine Greek, International Dishes

Servings 4 servings
Calories 2366.96 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 3 cup(s) very ripe fresh tomatoes, blanched and peeled
  • 1/4 cup(s) olive oil
  • 4 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) sea salt ( a few dashes)
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • 16 ounce(s) whole wheat macaroni
  • 1/2 cup(s) Grated Parmesan cheese, or as much as desired

Instructions

 

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Cut tomatoes into small pieces and place in an oven-proof dish.
  • Add oil, celery, salt, pepper and 2 cups of warm water and stir.
  • Place in oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and add macaroni, stirring with a fork to make sure it does not stick together.
  • Return to oven.
  • It should be ready when water has evaporated, approximately 20 minutes.
  • If water is evaporated and macaroni is not soft, add a little more water and cook a little longer.
  • Serve with a generous amount of Parmesan cheese.
  • Try it with whole wheat wagon wheels, bow ties, or shells to add extra fun for your little ones!.

Nutrition

Calories: 2366.96kcalCarbohydrates: 368.86gProtein: 66.84gFat: 62.78gSaturated Fat: 7.57gSodium: 1061.53mgFiber: 45.04gSugar: 33.93g

Keyword Diabetes Friendly, Kid Pleaser, Low Sugar, Tomato, Whole Grains
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