Simple Baked Fiori
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this comforting and crowd-pleasing Simple Baked Fiori. Featuring the delicate, flower-shaped fiori pasta, this recipe is bathed in a luscious, homemade cheese sauce made from creamy whole milk, sharp cheddar, and nutty Parmesan. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds brightness, while a golden, garlicky panko breadcrumb topping provides the perfect crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short bake time, this quick casserole-style dish is ideal for busy families or cozy gatherings. Serve it as a hearty main course or a decadent side dish, and watch it disappear from the table. Packed with rich flavor and irresistible texture, this baked pasta recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Fiori pasta
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 500 milliliters Whole milk
- 200 grams Shredded cheddar cheese
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 50 grams Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a medium baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fiori pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
Stir in the cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked fiori pasta to the cheese sauce and stir to coat evenly. Mix in the chopped parsley for a burst of fresh flavor.
Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle this breadcrumb mixture evenly over the pasta.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.8 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.9 g | 420% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 419 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 4410 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.6 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.2 g | ||
| Protein | 137.4 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 2625 mg | 202% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1377 mg | 29% | |
*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.
