Best 2 Hidden Veggie Mac Cheese Recipe By Tasty Recipes

Hidden Veggie Mac and Cheese image

Provided by Carol

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 head cauliflower, small, cut into pieces
2 cups butternut squash, pieces frozen
1/2 cup low-fat milk
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
8 ounces low-fat cream cheese
4 tablespoons margarine
16 ounces elbow macaroni

Steps:

Fill medium pot, with a cover, about 1/4 of the way with water.
Add the cauliflower and carrots, and bring to a boil.
Cook, covered, for 6 minutes.
Add the squash, and cook, covered, 3 more minutes.
Drain the veggies and let them cool a minute.
Meanwhile, cook the macaroni according to the package directions.
Put the veggies in a blender or food processor with about 3/4 cup water and puree until smooth.
Add the puree to a large sauce pan.
On medium low heat, add in the milk, salt, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and margarine, and stir until melted.
Add the drained macaroni to the sauce and stir.

Hidden Veggie Mac & Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

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