Veggie Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Veggie Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe
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100% would make again

This creamy, filling Mac 'n' Cheese definitely doesn't come from a box! Fresh veggies add crunch and color and will leave everyone saying, "More, please!" Marsha Morrill, Brownsville, Oregon

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  • 12 Servings
  • Prep: 30 min. Bake: 15 min.

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
  • 3 large carrots, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding the broccoli, cauliflowerets, carrots and celery during the last 6 minutes. Drain; transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute onion in butter until tender. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended. Gradually stir in milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cheese, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over macaroni mixture; stir to coat. Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 cup equals 189 calories, 10 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 35 mg cholesterol, 374 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 10 g protein.

Veggie Mac 'n' Cheese published in Taste of Home August/September 2008, p51

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Reviewed on Nov. 05, 2009 by eleyana

This was a great recipe. Even my hubby who is not big on homemade mac 'n' cheese, liked this one and had seconds. The kids and I devoured it. I used penne and loved it that way. I also used part sharp and part medium cheddar since that it what I had on hand. This also went over very well with guests.

Reviewed on Sep. 10, 2009 by asturgis

this is my favorite mac & cheese recipe ever! It's comfort food, but there's veggies, so I don't feel so bad. My 2 year old gobbles it up!

Reviewed on Sep. 09, 2009 by krishodges

Personally I don't like the bitter taste of sharp cheddar so next time I'll use mild cheddar or even something milder.

Reviewed on Sep. 07, 2009 by krishodges

This was very good and pretty. I used frozen winter mix with cauliflower, brocolli & carrots instead of fresh vegetables, I was making only half the recipe. It worked well and the leftovers are good too.

Reviewed on Sep. 06, 2009 by 123Lon

Using low sodium broth and leaving out the salt will greatly reduce the sodium content of this dish.

LAG

Reviewed on Sep. 05, 2009 by egperry

Doesn't quite work as a veggie dish with chicken broth in it - with a vegetarian in the house am always looking for great dishes the whole family will enjoy - substituting veggie broth for the chicken broth serves that purpose and tastes great! Thanks.

Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2009 by Clay B.

Diabetic chicken salad

Reviewed on Dec. 07, 2008 by Mom6

I added 1 cup of cooked chicken breast to make this a main dish. I have made it several times for covered dish dinners and it is always a hit.

Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2008 by bikenviken

Oh... and I used 2 cups of Penne instead of the macaroni... which was great because it caught up the sauce really well.

Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2008 by bikenviken

This was sooo good! Next time I will substitute some of the veggies with chicken and regular mustard for the Dijon... just because my hubby doesn't like the taste of Dijon. But, this is the fist mac 'n' cheese recipe that has worked out for me. Try it you will not be dissapointed.

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