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Kale and Sweetpotato Baked Mac n Cheese Casserole

Whether you prefer pasta before or after a run (or both), this kale and sweetpotato baked mac ‘n cheese casserole is the perfect option to fuel your activity, filled with replenishing carbohydrates, protein, antioxidants, iron and electrolytes.
Created by: Bucket List Tummy
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Athelete Friendly, kid friendly, pasta, RD approved, sweet potato
Servings: 4
Calories: 654kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil divided
  • 2 Medium sweetpotatoes, cooked and masked (about 2 cups)
  • 6 Cups whole wheat pasta We used rotini
  • 2 Cups chopped kale, stems removed
  • 1 Teaspoon paprika
  • ¾ Teaspoon salt
  • 3 Tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 eggs
  • ¼ Cup low fat milk
  • 1¼ Cups shredded mozzarella (or cheese of choice) and a handful more for topping.

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°
  • Coat the inside of a large casserole dish with olive oil or butter.
  • Prepare pasta according to package directions (but keep al dente).
  • While pasta is cooking, saute kale in olive oil with spices for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly wilted.
  • Drain cooked pasta and let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Once cooled, add pasta, mashed sweet potatoes, spices, and kale to medium bowl and stir to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and cheese, and add to pasta and sweet potato mixture.
  • Mix well and and pour into large casserole dish, reserving extra cheese to sprinkle on top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until cheese has melted and top begins to brown.

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Notes

Note – Remember not to overcook the pasta since it will further cook during baking. 
Nutrition Facts
Kale and Sweetpotato Baked Mac n Cheese Casserole
Serving Size
 
1
Amount per Serving
Calories
654
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
9
g
Cholesterol
 
151
mg
50
%
Sodium
 
793
mg
34
%
Potassium
 
877
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
 
97
g
32
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
29
g
58
%
Vitamin A
 
20136
IU
403
%
Vitamin C
 
49
mg
59
%
Calcium
 
360
mg
36
%
Iron
 
6
mg
33
%
Net Carbohydrates
 
92
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 654kcal | Carbohydrates: 97g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 151mg | Sodium: 793mg | Potassium: 877mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 20136IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 360mg | Iron: 6mg | Net Carbohydrates: 92g