When I need a quick and effortless dish to serve my family but don’t want to turn to a box, I reach for this simple and delicious recipe.
Homemade Shells and Cheese
Ingredients:
1 16-oz box mini-shells pasta
2 cups milk
1/2 stick of butter
1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Boil and drain pasta; return to pot. Add butter and stir until melted over medium-low heat. Slowly stir in milk and cheese. Add in garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy. Serve hot.
This article was originally published in Seven Days’ monthly parenting magazine, Kids VT.



