Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese

Published January 1, 2013. Updated January 3, 2019

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Happy New Year everyone! Nothing like ringing in the new year with a new and exciting twist on mac and cheese. I love the flavors of the Mediterranean and this simple macaroni dish combines so many of them deliciously together.

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This is not your ordinary sharp cheddar macaroni and cheese. This is loaded with feta cheese, fire roasted tomatoes, red onions, olives, zesty herbs and of course it must have garlic and olive oil.

It was hard for me to stop eating this once I started. This creamy Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese is a fabulous addition to add to your dinner rotation. With it’s simplicity, unique spin and incredible flavor this dish is definitely set to impress. Enjoy!

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Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese

A delicious Mediterranean take on the classic mac and cheese!
Servings: 6
Prep20 minutes
Ready in: 45 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter an 8 by 8-inch baking dish or a 9-inch deep dish pie dish, set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine drained diced tomatoes, chopped olives, 1 Tbsp fresh basil and dried oregano, set aside. Boil pasta to al dente according to directions listed on package.
  • Drain pasta well and return to pot. Meanwhile, melt butter along with olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft and lightly golden, about 3 - 4 minutes, adding in garlic during the last minute of sauteing.
  • Whisk in flour, and cook stirring constantly for 1 minute. While whisking vigorously, slowly pour in milk and bring mixture just to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Once mixture reaches a boil reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring constantly until mixture has thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in 2 oz feta cheese and mozzarella cheese then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour tomato mixture over well drained pasta in pot and toss, then pour sauce over pasta mixture and toss to evenly coat. Pour coated pasta mixture into prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle top evenly with remaining 4 oz crumbled feta cheese. Bake in preheated oven 20 - 25 minutes until edges are bubbling and top is golden brown.
  • Serve warm garnished with fresh basil ribbons if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese
Amount Per Serving (6 g)
Calories 413 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Cholesterol 51mg17%
Sodium 670mg29%
Potassium 229mg7%
Carbohydrates 41g14%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 792IU16%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 316mg32%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.
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17 Comments

  • Jorojay

    After four years living with a bizarre roommate, and not being able to cook and bake what I wanted (constant criticism, plus “I would never make such a high fat dish,” blah, blah, blah), I’m in my own apartment, and can cook and bake what I like; this delicious-sounding recipe is going to be one of the first things I celebrate my freedom with!

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  • Ashley

    What a great spin on mac and cheese! Love these flavors : ) Your photos are just beautiful by the way!

  • angela @ another bite please

    oh gosh my hubby would love this…he loves those greek flavors…and pretty sure he wishes he were greek…he named our dog Achilles…lol…back to your dish…the list of ingredients sounds so good thrown in with some pasta! yum!

    • Jaclyn

      Jaclyn Bell

      Thanks Yammie! I’m just starting to really get into the Mediterranean flavors because my mom never really made them. They are simple yet amazing and so fresh.
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  • Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)

    What a unique twist on a classic. Nice spin! I love the addition of feta cheese.

  • Loretta | A Finn In The Kitchen

    Such a cool idea to switch things up with the flavors! I love grown-up takes on macaroni and cheese, but not a fan of the kid’s version unless it’s homemade.

    Happy New Year!

    • Jaclyn

      Jaclyn Bell

      Happy New Year Loretta! I’m excited to see what you create this year =)!