Rotini Cheese Noodles
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying, Rotini Cheese Noodles is a quick and comforting dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender rotini pasta coated in a velvety homemade cheese sauce, this recipe combines the bold flavors of sharp cheddar and Parmesan with a hint of garlic and black pepper for seasoning. The paprika garnish adds a subtle touch of warmth and visual flair to this family-friendly dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe uses simple pantry ingredients like milk, butter, and flour to create a rich, creamy base, making it the ultimate comfort food. Serve it as a main course or a side dish alongside your favorite protein or veggies. Perfectly cheesy and indulgent, Rotini Cheese Noodles is guaranteed to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Rotini pasta
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Add the Rotini pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions (about 8-10 minutes) or until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is lightly golden and bubbly.
Slowly pour the milk into the roux, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth consistency. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, ground black pepper, and garlic powder. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Drain the cooked pasta and return it to the pot.
Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and gently stir to coat all the Rotini evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Optional: Sprinkle with a pinch of paprika for color.
Serve the Rotini Cheese Noodles hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3131 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.4 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.5 g | 458% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 459 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 5371 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 305.1 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 150.2 g | 300% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 3246 mg | 250% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1624 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
