CARROTY MAC AND CHEESE

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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     Pasta     Side     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Dinner     Lunch     Cheddar     Carrot     Family Reunion     Potluck     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups whole wheat macaroni
2 1/2 cups coarsely grated carrot (about 8 small)
3 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400°F and grease an 8-inch square baking pan. Arrange a rack in the top third of the oven.
  • 2. Cook macaroni according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water; add carrot 3 minutes before pasta is finished cooking; drain well.
  • 3. While pasta is hot, stir in all but 1/2 cup of the cheddar and the butter. In a bowl, whisk together the sour cream, milk, eggs, salt, mustard powder, and pepper. Fold mixture into the pasta.
  • 4. Scrape the mixture into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and the parmesan over the top. Bake until the casserole is firm to the touch and golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Amit Hossen
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Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either.


Sumon Islam
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The cheese sauce in this dish was a bit too thick for my taste. I would have preferred it to be a little thinner.


ayoty star
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The carrots in this dish were a bit too crunchy for my liking. I would have preferred them to be cooked a little longer.


Alex bejm
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less carrots.


Blushing Beauty
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I'm always looking for new ways to get my kids to eat their vegetables, and this recipe was a success! They loved the carroty mac and cheese and didn't even realize they were eating carrots.


Eric Lopez Jr
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My kids loved this carroty mac and cheese! They ate it all up and asked for seconds.


DIPENDRA PRASAD
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The carrots add a healthy twist to the classic mac and cheese.


Shante Dixon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the mac and cheese turned out perfectly. The carrots were cooked just right and the cheese sauce was smooth and creamy.


Kimberly Rodriguez
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.


Kaveen Samintha
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I was skeptical about adding carrots to mac and cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised. The carrots added a subtle sweetness and crunch that really complemented the cheese sauce.


PABLO ESTEBAN
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This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The carrots add a unique flavor that I love.


Doug Osborne
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I'm not a huge fan of carrots, but I really enjoyed this dish. The carrots were cooked perfectly and added a nice crunch to the mac and cheese.


Rafica Reading
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This carroty mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The carrots added a delicious sweetness to the dish, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.