Noodle Gratin with Cheese, Corn, and Roasted Pepper

Vegetarian
Health score
13%
Noodle Gratin with Cheese, Corn, and Roasted Pepper
30 min.
4
526kcal

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Discover the delightful combination of flavors in our Noodle Gratin with Cheese, Corn, and Roasted Pepper, a vegetarian dish that promises to satisfy your cravings while delighting your taste buds. Perfectly baked and generously cheesed, this hearty gratin is not only a treat for the senses but also a quick and easy meal option that can be ready in just 30 minutes!

This gratin features tender wide egg noodles enveloped in a creamy, rich cheese sauce, accented by sweet, thawed corn and vibrant roasted red bell peppers. The combination of nutmeg and black pepper adds a subtle warmth, making this dish perfect for any season. With each bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful crunch from the golden-brown breadcrumb topping, which is enhanced with a touch of light butter for extra flavor.

Whether you’re looking for a delicious side dish to accompany your main course or a standalone meal that pleases everyone at the table, this Noodle Gratin is an excellent choice. With just 526 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on taste. Embrace your culinary creativity and bring this sumptuous dish to life—it’s sure to become a cherished favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • cups egg noodles cooked uncooked
  • 2.5 tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • cup corn frozen thawed
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • tablespoon butter light melted
  • 2.5 cups milk 1% low-fat divided
  • 0.3 cup roasted peppers red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces cheddar cheese reduced-fat
  • ounce sandwich bread white

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Pour 1 1/2 cups milk into a saucepan; cook over medium heat 1 minute or until warm.
  3. Whisk remaining 1 cup milk and flour in a bowl until flour dissolves.
  4. Add to pan; cook, stirring constantly, 8 minutes or until bubbly. Reduce heat to low; add cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir until cheese melts.
  5. Add corn, roasted red bell pepper, and cheese sauce to noodles. Spoon mixture into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  6. Place bread in a food processor; pulse 5 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1/2 cup.
  7. Combine breadcrumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over noodle mixture.
  8. Bake at 450 for 10 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories526kcal
Protein17.48%
Fat32.79%
Carbs49.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
82.19
Glycemic Load
24.5
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.387391530949%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:525.64kcal
26.28%
Fat:19.37g
29.81%
Saturated Fat:9.65g
60.32%
Carbohydrates:66.1g
22.03%
Net Carbohydrates:62.55g
22.75%
Sugar:8.48g
9.43%
Cholesterol:92.92mg
30.97%
Sodium:784.94mg
34.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.24g
46.47%
Selenium:55.01µg
78.58%
Phosphorus:488.64mg
48.86%
Calcium:480.21mg
48.02%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.41%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.09%
Vitamin B12:1.42µg
23.73%
Zinc:3.39mg
22.62%
Magnesium:78.81mg
19.7%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.41%
Vitamin A:800.34IU
16.01%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.53%
Fiber:3.55g
14.2%
Folate:56.51µg
14.13%
Potassium:478.65mg
13.68%
Vitamin D:2.03µg
13.53%
Vitamin B5:1.29mg
12.85%
Copper:0.22mg
11.21%
Vitamin B3:2.2mg
11%
Iron:1.9mg
10.56%
Vitamin C:8.4mg
10.18%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.28%
Vitamin K:1.4µg
1.33%
Source:My Recipes