Mac Bites

INGREDIENTS

1 pkg. (11.9 oz.) Kraft White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
6 oz. jar artichoke hearts, well drained
3/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese


PROCEDURE

Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat 12 cups of a standard size muffin pan with cooking spray.

Cook macaroni in large saucepan, as directed on package. During the last minute of cooking, add spinach. Drain well in a colander; set aside.

In the same saucepan set to medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour; cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually stir in milk and cook 2 minutes, or until thickened, stirring frequently. Add Cheese Sauce. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring for 1-2 minutes, until blended. Remove from heat.
Add macaroni, egg, artichoke hearts, and shredded cheese. Spoon into prepared muffin cups.
Bake 13 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes before removing from muffin cups to serve.
Enjoy!