Super Easy Homemade Cheesy Spaghetti O’s: 1 Comforting Bite
Whip up a batch of homemade Cheesy Spaghetti O’s that taste just like the classic canned version, but with a fun, easy, and cheesy twist! This recipe is perfect for a quick and comforting meal that kids and adults will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup small pasta shapes (like ditalini or small shells)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and tomato paste until well combined.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
- Serve warm and enjoy your homemade Cheesy Spaghetti O’s!
Notes
- For a thinner sauce, add a little more milk.
- Feel free to add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor.
- Other cheese varieties like Monterey Jack or a mild Colby can be used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350-400
- Sugar: Approximately 6-8g
- Sodium: Approximately 500-600mg
- Fat: Approximately 18-22g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 10-12g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 7-9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 35-40g
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3g
- Protein: Approximately 12-15g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 40-50mg