
Very easy

Veggie Packed Mac & Cheese
3 minutesPrep time
13 minutesCook time
287 cal.Per serving
Ingredients for 1

2.5 oz
Boxed mac & cheese

1 cup
Mixed vegetables (frozen)

optional
2 tbsp
Sun-dried tomatoes

2 tbsp
Milk (whole)

1/2 tsp
Paprika
Utensils
Pot (small), Frying pan, Stovetop, Knife
recipe
- Step 1
In a pot of salted, boiling water, prepare the mac & cheese according the package instructions. - Step 2
Meanwhile, add the frozen veggies to a pan over medium heat. Add a splash of water (1 tbsp per serving) & stir. Cover the pan & steam the veggies for 2-3 min until thawed. - Step 3
As the veggies steam, roughly chop sun-dried tomatoes (optional). - Step 4
Uncover the veggies & add the sun-dried tomatoes with a drizzle of oil. Season with paprika, salt & pepper. Stir & cook 1-2 more min then remove from the heat. - Step 5
Add the veggies to the mac & cheese. Stir it all together. Serve & enjoy!
Recipe tip
Try adding the cooked mac with veggies to a greased baking dish & top with extra cheddar cheese. Broil the top for a bubbly, crispy finish!