Veggie Packed Mac & Cheese

6 reviews

A health-forward twist on boxed mac & cheese!

Marcy
Marcy
Very easy
516

3 minutes

Prep time

13 minutes

Cook time

287 cal.

Per serving

Ingredients

Utensils

Pot (small), Frying pan, Stovetop, Knife

recipe

Boxed mac & cheese
Butter (unsalted)
Milk (whole)

Step 1

In a pot of salted, boiling water, prepare the mac & cheese according the package instructions.

Mixed vegetables (frozen)

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.

Sun-dried tomatoes

Step 3

As the veggies steam, roughly chop sun-dried tomatoes (optional).

Paprika

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 tipMarcy

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!

- Marcy, Food Editor

Personal notes

Add your own flavor!


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Nutrition facts

Average estimated amount for one serving

Energy287 cal.
Fat19 g
Carbohydrates22 g
Protein6 g
Fiber4 g

Values are based on an average estimate for one serving. All nutrition information presented on Jow is intended for informational purposes only. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please consult with a health-care professional.

On average, one serving of the recipe "Veggie Packed Mac & Cheese" contains 287 Energy, 19 g of Fat, 22 g of Carbohydrates, 6 g of Protein, 4 g of Fiber.

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Veggie Packed Mac & Cheese