Quinoa MacCheese

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FOR THE CASSEROLE:3 Tablespoons Butter3 Tablespoons Flour1-½ cup Whole Milk2 dashes Freshly Grated Nutmeg¼ teaspoons Salt8 ounces, weight Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese3 cups Cooked Quinoa (cooked According To Package Instructions)2 bunches Fresh Baby SpinachFOR THE TOPPING:½ cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese4 Tablespoons Butter, Melted¾ cups Panko Bread Crumbs

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F.

In a medium saucepan add 3 tablespoons of butter and flour and heat over medium heat. Whisk continuously until a paste forms. Whisk in milk. Increase heat to medium/high and bring to a boil whisking the whole time. Stir in the nutmeg, salt and cheddar cheese. When cheese sauce is smooth remove from heat.

In a large bowl mix together the cooked quinoa, cheese sauce and spinach.

Transfer the mixture into a casserole dish (I used an 8 inch cast iron skillet). Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

In a small bowl mix together the butter and bread crumbs. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.

Bake on 350 F until bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Remove from oven and enjoy!