Macaroni And Cheese With Veggies Food

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HIDDEN VEGGIE MAC & CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: elbow macaroni, water, cauliflower florets, butternut squash, carrot, milk, cheddar cheese, cream cheese

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
½ cup water
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 cup butternut squash, diced
1 cup carrot, sliced
2 cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
4 oz cream cheese

Steps:

  • Add water, cauliflower, squash, and carrots in a pot over medium heat. Cover and cook until vegetables are tender.
  • Add everything into a blender, including cooking water, and blend until smooth.
  • Return blended veggies to the pot over medium heat, and add the milk, cheese, and cream cheese. Stir until smooth.
  • Add macaroni, reduce heat, mix thoroughly, and cover for 20 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 8 grams

VEGGIE MACARONI & CHEESE



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This creamy mac and cheese definitely doesn't come from a box! Fresh veggies add crunch and color and will leave everyone saying, "More, please!" -Marsha Morril, Harrisburg, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
3 large carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook macaroni according to package directions, adding broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and celery during the last 6 minutes of cooking. Drain; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk and broth; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes; stir in cheese, mustard, salt and pepper. , Add to macaroni mixture, stirring to coat; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 391mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

3-VEG MAC 'N' CHEESE



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Sneak vegetables into macaroni cheese, a popular family meal that becomes even more nourishing for kids with the addition of butternut squash, leeks and peas

Provided by Caroline Hire - Food writer

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield Serves 2 adults + 2 children

Number Of Ingredients 9

150g butternut squash, cut into chunks
300g penne (we used Napolina 50% white 50% wholemeal)
40g butter
1 small leek, finely sliced (about 50g)
25g flour
600ml milk
100g frozen peas
175g mature Cheddar cheese (we used a vegetarian version)
1 slice day-old brown bread, blitzed into crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Put the butternut squash in a steamer over boiling water. Steam for around 15-20 mins or until tender. Drain and then blitz in a food processor until smooth.
  • Cook the pasta according to the pack instructions.
  • Heat the butter in a medium saucepan, add the leek and cook for 2 mins. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 mins more. Take the pan off the heat and gradually whisk in the milk. Return to the heat and bring to the boil, stirring all the time. Simmer for 5 mins. Stir in the peas and bring back to a simmer. Take the pan off the heat and stir in the butternut squash, then 125g cheese.
  • Stir the pasta into the sauce and transfer to an ovenproof dish. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese and the breadcrumbs. Bake for 20 mins or until golden and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680 calories, Fat 31 grams fat, SaturatedFat 19 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 69 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 1.25 milligram of sodium

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH VEGETABLES



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Great dish, that can be used as a side, or even as a main dish. Give it a try. I adopted this recipe in the recipe adoption and I sure am glad that I did.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces bow tie pasta
1 teaspoon basil
3 tablespoons margarine, divided
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon unbleached flour
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable stock
2 cups broccoli florets
3/4 cup milk
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, Grated
1 cup mushroom, Sliced
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, Grated
2 scallions, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, Chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil; cook pasta until al dente.
  • While pasta is cooking, in med saucepan, melt 2 T of the margarine.
  • Remove from heat; add flour and stir until blended.
  • Whisk in stock and milk, stirring over med heat until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Stir in cheeses and seasonings.
  • Continue stirring until cheese is melted.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt remaining 1 T margarine.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Cook vegetables, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes, until tender/crisp.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • When noodles are done, drain well.
  • Toss with vegetables; stir in cheese sauce.
  • Garnish with scallion curls.

PIONEER WOMAN MACARONI & CHEESE



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Made this just a few days ago and it is super Yummy! I don't think I'll make Mac and Cheese any other way. I really loved the hint of garlic. Although I'll probably cut back on the salt next time, my own fault. Otherwise make a batch and just dig in!

Provided by ChrissyVas

Categories     Cheese

Time 38m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups macaroni (uncooked)
1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick, 4 tablespoons)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons dry mustard (more if desired)
1 egg (beaten)
1 lb cheese (grated)
1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (more to taste)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)
paprika (optional, to taste.)
thyme (optional, to taste.)

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni until very firm. Macaroni should be too firm to eat right out of the pot. Drain.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg.
  • n a large pot, melt butter and sprinkle in flour. Whisk together over medium-low heat. Cook mixture for five minutes, whisking constantly. Don't let it burn.
  • Pour in milk, add mustard, and whisk until smooth. Cook for five minutes until very thick. Reduce heat to low.
  • Take 1/4 cup of the sauce and slowly pour it into beaten egg, whisking constantly to avoid cooking eggs. Whisk together till smooth.
  • Pour egg mixture into sauce, whisking constantly. Stir until smooth.
  • Add in cheese and stir to melt.
  • Add salts and pepper. Taste sauce and add more salt and seasoned salt as needed! DO NOT UNDERSALT. (Also becareful not to over salt.).
  • Pour in drained, cooked macaroni and stir to combine.
  • Serve immediately (very creamy) or pour into a buttered baking dish, top with extra cheese, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
  • Either way YUM YUM YUM! (Try not to eat the whole pot!).

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH VEGGIES



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Found this unique twist on Mac and Cheese. Probably could substitute other veggies for the cauliflower (broccoli, etc.).

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb elbow macaroni
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
2 cups milk
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 large carrot, grated
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and boil.
  • About 3 minutes before the macaroni is done according to the cooking time on the package, add the cauliflower.
  • About 1 minute before the macaroni is done, add the carrots. Continue boiling until the macaroni is al dente. Drain well. Transfer to a lightly greased casserole dish.
  • To make the cheese sauce, melt the butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Stir in the flour and dry mustard to form a smooth paste. Stir in the milk and bring to a boil, stirring to prevent lumps. When the sauce thickens, stir in the Cheddar until melted.
  • Stir the sauce into the macaroni and vegetables. Season with salt and ppper.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in preheated 350 degree oven until bubbly and browned. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 757, Fat 37.2, SaturatedFat 22.9, Cholesterol 111.1, Sodium 604.8, Carbohydrate 71.9, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 34.2

MACARONI AND CHEESE....AND VEGGIES



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This dish has all the creamy goodness of our favorite mac and cheese, plus lots of nutritious veggies. You can sub for favorites for the ones printed in the recipe.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 lb broccoli, but into flowerettes
1 teaspoon salt
6 ounces fresh Baby Spinach
2 teaspoons butter
1/2 onion, chopped
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup cream
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the macaroni with the oil.
  • Cook the broccoli with 1 teaspoons salt in boiling water for 2 minutes then drain well and rinse in cold water to stop the cooking.
  • Add broccoli and the spinach to the macaroni.
  • Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat, add onion and saute under tender.
  • Add mushrooms and cook 5 more minutes.
  • Sprinkle in the flour, stirring until blended.
  • Gradually add in milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly for 15 minutes.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups cheese, 1/2 teaspoons salt, cream pepper and nutmeg. Stir until cheese melts.
  • Fold this sauce into the macaroni then spoon everything into a lightly greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.8, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 73.9, Sodium 697, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 17

MACARONI CHEESE WITH VEG



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Boost the veg in this family favourite - top spinach and cherry tomatoes with creamy mac 'n' cheese for a dinner that's rich in calcium and fibre

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Dinner, Pasta

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

500ml skimmed milk
25g cornflour
220g macaroni
100g extra mature cheddar , grated (check the label for vegetarian)
25g Grana Padano or vegetarian altenative, grated
8 blocks frozen spinach , defrosted
220g ripe cherry tomatoes , halved

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Mix 3 tbsp of the milk with the cornflour and warm the remaining milk in a pan. Meanwhile, bring a pan of water to the boil, tip in the macaroni and cook for 6 mins, stirring occasionally.
  • To make the sauce, stir the cornflour mix into the warm milk and keep stirring over a low heat until thick and smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in most of the cheddar (leaving a little to sprinkle over at the end) along with the Grana Padano and pepper to taste.
  • Drain the macaroni well, then stir into the sauce. Squeeze the excess moisture from the spinach by pressing it into a fine sieve. Divide the spinach between four individual ovenproof dishes, followed by the tomatoes. Spoon the macaroni cheese over the veg, then finish with a sprinkle of the remaining cheddar. Bake for 15-20 mins or until the sauce bubbles and browns on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 53 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

VELVEETA® DOWN-HOME MACARONI AND CHEESE



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If you're looking for a mac and cheese recipe with the perfect balance of cheesy and creamy, the search ends here.

Provided by VELVEETA Cheese

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     VELVEETA Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup butter, divided
¼ cup flour
1 cup milk
½ pound VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
½ cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
6 RITZ Crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt 3 Tbsp. butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 2 min., stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until thickened. Add VELVEETA; cook 3 min. or until melted, stirring frequently. Stir in macaroni.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with Cheddar. Melt remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 869.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

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