Avocado Spinach Mac & Cheese

Directions

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   Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente.
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   When done, drain off the water and set pasta aside.
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   While pasta is cooking, make avocado mix using a food processor or blender.
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   Combine garlic, avocados, juice from 1 lime, spinach and salt and pepper to taste in your food processor and process until creamy and well-blended.
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   Set aside.
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   Preheat oven to 450 F. To make cheese sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
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    Slowly add flour and whisk until combined, and then add milk and continue to stir until smooth.
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    Add in jack and cheddar cheeses and continue to stir and heat until cheese is fully melted and sauce is creamy.
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    Place cavatappi in a large baking dish (9x9 or larger), and mix avocado and cheese sauces in until noodles are evenly covered.
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    Cover with Parmesan, and bake at 450 F for 25 minutes.
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    Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, serve and enjoy!