Barilla Pastina Pasta “Mac & Cheese” with Rosemary Breadcrumbs

Name: Barilla Pastina Pasta “Mac & Cheese” with Rosemary Breadcrumbs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: For the mac and cheese; 1 box Barilla Pastina; 3 tsp butter; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 tsp onion powder; 1/4 tsp Garlic powder; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1/2 cup Heavy cream; 1 pinch Salt; 1 cup sharp-aged cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; For the garlic rosemary breadcrumbs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp butter; 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs; 3 garlic cloves, smashed (to discard after toasting); 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp dried rosemary

30 minutes

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This Barilla Pastina Pasta "Mac & Cheese" reimagines a classic comfort food with a gourmet twist! Barilla Pastina is coated in a velvety, creamy cheese sauce that melts smoothly over each tiny star. Topped with crispy, golden rosemary breadcrumbs, the dish offers a rich blend of flavours and textures, bringing savoury warmth with every bite. Perfect as a cozy main or side, this elevated mac & cheese combines familiar comfort with a hint of aromatic rosemary, making it a memorable dish for any occasion.

Ingredients

4 servings

For the mac and cheese

1 boxBarilla Pastina

3 tspbutter

1/3 cupall-purpose flour

1/4 tsponion powder

1/4 tspGarlic powder

1 1/2 cupsmilk

1/2 cupHeavy cream

1 pinchSalt

1 cupsharp-aged cheddar cheese, shredded

1 cupParmesan cheese, grated

For the garlic rosemary breadcrumbs

2 tbspolive oil

1 tbspbutter

1 cupPanko breadcrumbs

3garlic cloves, smashed (to discard after toasting)

1/4 tspSalt

1/4 tspblack pepper

1 tspdried rosemary

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Boil Barilla Pastina according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste.

Step 3

Slowly whisk in the milk and cream. Add onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens and bubbles.

Step 4

Turn off the heat and gradually add the cheddar and parmesan, whisking until melted and fully incorporated.

Step 5

Add the drained pasta to the cheese sauce, tossing until the pasta is evenly coated.

Step 6

In a small skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the smashed garlic cloves and panko breadcrumbs, then stir in salt, pepper, and fresh rosemary. Stir frequently until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy, about 5 minutes. Discard the garlic.

Step 7

Add the Barilla Pastina “mac and cheese” to each serving bowl and garnish with the rosemary garlic breadcrumbs.

Pastina

Pastina is a staple in Italian households and is beloved for its small, star-shaped grains. This pasta cut is often used to add heartiness to soups and broths, making it a go-to choice for families, especially during colder seasons when comfort food is top of mind.

Shape

Mini and Soup

Cook time

6 minutes

Pack size

340 g (4 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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