VEGGIE TOT MAC & CHEESE

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Mac & Cheese is comfort food at its best. And it's easier than you think to make from scratch. It's ready to pop in the oven in just about 15 minutes. Arrange Veggie Tots across the top to make this extra crispy, extra delicious and extra good-for-you!

Provided by Green Giant

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Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
1 (16 ounce) package Green Giant™ Veggie Tots - any variety

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Melt butter in 2-quart saucepot over medium heat. Add onion and salt and cook 3 minutes or until softened. Add flour and garlic and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually stir in milk and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture is thickened. Add 1-1/2 cups cheese and stir until melted.
  • Arrange pasta to 2-quart baking dish. Pour sauce over pasta and stir gently until evenly coated. Evenly top with remaining cheese and Green Giant® Veggie Tots™.
  • Bake 25 minutes or until mixture is bubbling and Green Giant® Veggie Tots™ are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 625.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

Maureen nkomo
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This is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


NS. Ahmad
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I'm always looking for new ways to make mac and cheese, and this recipe is definitely a keeper. It's so unique and delicious.


Aleksic
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or picnic. It's easy to make and transport, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rehan Farooq
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I'm a vegetarian, so I love that this recipe is meat-free. It's a great way to get my veggie fix.


Nazma Khatun
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover veggie tots. I always have a few extra in my freezer, and this is a great way to use them up.


Opepo Omolabake
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Saim More details
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I love that this recipe uses veggie tots instead of breadcrumbs. It adds a nice crunch and flavor to the mac and cheese.


Hermione lisa Homer
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The veggie tots make it a fun and kid-friendly dish.


RIZWAN RAJA
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The veggie tots and the cheese sauce were a perfect combination. My kids loved it too!


Black cat
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This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The veggie tots were so crispy and the cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful. I could eat this every day.


Me Riyaz khan
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The veggie tots added the perfect amount of crunch, and the cheese sauce was rich and gooey. I'll definitely be making this again!


Muhammad Jaan
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This veggie tot mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The tots added a fun and crispy texture, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.