Hidden Veggie Mac And Cheese

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Ingredients

  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 head cauliflower, small, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups butternut squash, pieces frozen
  • 1/2 cup low-fat milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese
  • 4 tablespoons margarine
  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni

Instructions

  1. Fill medium pot, with a cover, about 1/4 of the way with water.
  2. Add the cauliflower and carrots, and bring to a boil.
  3. Cook, covered, for 6 minutes.
  4. Add the squash, and cook, covered, 3 more minutes.
  5. Drain the veggies and let them cool a minute.
  6. Meanwhile, cook the macaroni according to the package directions.
  7. Put the veggies in a blender or food processor with about 3/4 cup water and puree until smooth.
  8. Add the puree to a large sauce pan.
  9. On medium low heat, add in the milk, salt, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and margarine, and stir until melted.
  10. Add the drained macaroni to the sauce and stir.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

512 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.7g 25% DV
Total Fat 38.2g 49% DV
Carbs 32.7g 12% DV
Fiber 7.3g 26% DV
Sugar 13.4g 27% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10381.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 865mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 51.8mg 17% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1165.8mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 20mg 22% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 320.5mg 25% DV
Iron 2mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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