Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your own preferences. Whether you like your macaroni and cheese simple or loaded with veggies, there is a recipe out there for you. This article will provide you with some tips for finding the best recipe for macaroni and cheese with veggies. We will also discuss some of the different types of vegetables that can be added to macaroni and cheese, as well as some tips for cooking the perfect macaroni and cheese.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HIDDEN VEGGIE MAC & CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH VEGETABLES
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
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.
VEGGIE MACARONI & CHEESE
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
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.
MACARONI CHEESE WITH VEG
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
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
MACARONI AND CHEESE....AND VEGGIES
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
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
VEGGIE MACARONI SALAD
"When I bring this super salad to church dinners, there is usually nothing to take home," relates Lynn Cole of Sagle, Idaho. "Add 2 or 3 cups leftover turkey or chicken to create a filling main-dish salad," she suggests. "The dressing is so good that we use it on potato salads and even lettuce salads!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, tomato, peas, cheese, celery, egg and onions. , In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Pour over macaroni mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
3-VEG MAC 'N' CHEESE
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
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
Tips:
- Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your macaroni and cheese a more complex flavor. Some good options include cheddar, Parmesan, Gruyère, and mozzarella.
- Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Add veggies to your macaroni and cheese. This is a great way to sneak in some extra nutrition and make your dish more colorful. Some good options include broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and peas.
- Experiment with different seasonings. Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper are all great additions to macaroni and cheese.
- Top your macaroni and cheese with a breadcrumb topping. This will give your dish a crispy, golden-brown crust.
Conclusion:
Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a macaroni and cheese recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these macaroni and cheese recipes a try.
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