Passover Farfeloni and Cheese Casserole

Celebrate Passover with this comforting and creamy Passover Farfeloni and Cheese Casserole, a delightful twist on the classic mac and cheese designed to fit perfectly into your holiday menu! Featuring tender matzo farfel tossed in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar and a hint of garlic, this dish combines tradition with indulgent flavor. Topped with a golden, bubbly layer of melted cheese and dusted with paprika for a pop of color, this casserole is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. It's quick to prepare, baking to perfection in just 35 minutes, and serves as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a hearty vegetarian main. Perfect for families and gatherings, this kosher-for-Passover recipe ensures everyone will savor every bite while honoring holiday traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Matzo farfel
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cups Milk
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar-sized casserole dish.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the matzo farfel and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the milk and heat until warm but not boiling.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and gradually add 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. Slowly add the warm cheese sauce to the eggs, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.

Step 6

Fold the cooked matzo farfel into the cheese sauce mixture. Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, stirring until evenly combined.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and Parmesan (if using) over the top.

Step 8

Dust the top with paprika for added color and flavor.

Step 9

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is golden and bubbling on top.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Passover Farfeloni and Cheese Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1208.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2986.6

Total Fat 164.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 851.5mg	0%
Sodium 6248.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 155.2g	0%

Vitamin D 303.4IU	0%
Calcium 3682.6mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1240.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.9%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 29.1%