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Hidden Veggie Mac & Cheese

featured in 4 Easy Veggie-Packed Dinners

This classic comfort food gets a nutritional twist with the addition of hidden vegetables like cauliflower, squash, and carrots in the sauce. Creamy and cheesy, this mac and cheese is the perfect way to sneak in some extra vitamins and minerals without sacrificing flavor.

Hannah Williams
Tasty Team
90% would make again
Total Time

50 minutes

50 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

35 minutes

35 min

Hidden Veggie Mac & Cheese
Total Time

50 minutes

50 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

35 minutes

35 min

Ingredients

for 6 servings

  • 1 lb elbow macaroni (455 g), cooked al dente
  • ½ cup water (120 mL)
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets (300 g)
  • 1 cup butternut squash (205 g), diced
  • 1 cup carrot (120 g), sliced
  • 2 cups milk (480 mL)
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese (200 g), shredded
  • 4 oz cream cheese (115 g)

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 739
  • Fat 34g
  • Carbs 73g
  • Fiber 4g
  • Sugar 11g
  • Protein 31g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Add water, cauliflower, squash, and carrots in a pot over medium heat. Cover and cook until vegetables are tender.
  2. Add everything into a blender, including cooking water, and blend until smooth.
  3. Return blended veggies to the pot over medium heat, and add the milk, cheese, and cream cheese. Stir until smooth.
  4. Add macaroni, reduce heat, mix thoroughly, and cover for 20 minutes.
  5. Enjoy!
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