VEGGIE LOVERS' STOVETOP MAC & CHEESE
Do you love cheese-smothered veggies? And do you dig mac and cheese? Then this creamy, cheesy, veggie-packed mac and cheese recipe is for you. Broccoli, cauliflower, peas, and carrots join up with whole-wheat pasta plus three cheeses for comfort food with a veg-heavy twist. Recipe by Gina Matsoukas of Running to the Kitchen.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Steam the veggies. Fill a large pot with about 1 inch of water. Set a vegetable steamer inside and set over high heat. Place the veggies on the steamer. (If you don't have a vegetable steamer, just place the vegetables directly in the water). Cook, covered, until the vegetables are lightly tender, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and drain in a colander. Set aside. You can also steam the veggies in the microwave by adding them to a microwave-safe bowl along with about 1/4 cup of water. Top with a microwave-safe plate and cook on high for about 3 minutes, until the veggies are tender. Be careful when removing the plate - lots of steam will escape!
- Make the mac and cheese. (Note: Have all of your cheeses grated and ready at this point!) Place the milk, pasta and seasonings in a medium stock pot (you'll want a pot with high sides because you'll be adding everything to this pot later) over medium-low heat.
- Stirring often so pasta doesn't stick, cook until pasta is al dente (time will vary by brand/shape) and milk starts to thicken.
- Remove the pot from heat. Slowly sprinkle in the grated cheese, stirring constantly, until melted.
- Add the vegetables and stir gently until everything is well combined and coated in the milk and cheese sauce. Season to taste with more salt and pepper, if desired.
- Serve. Spoon into bowls and top with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs and/or red pepper flakes.
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Naaz Sherni
[email protected]This is a great recipe! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the veggies add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely make this again.
Nathan Copping
[email protected]This is a great recipe! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the veggies add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely make this again.
Brandon James
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the veggies add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely make this again.
Valkendy Alexis
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the veggies add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely make this again.
Justice Amissah
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the veggies add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Mary Ngigi
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that it's packed with veggies and that it's a healthier version of mac and cheese.
Simona Matƒõjkov√°
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The sauce is so creamy and cheesy, and the veggies add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Amina Jamilu
[email protected]I'm not a vegan, but I love this vegan mac and cheese. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the veggies add a nice texture. I would definitely make this again, even if I wasn't vegan.
FRANK B
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can feel good about feeding my family this dish because it's packed with veggies.
Tuntuni Pakhi
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, cheese, and veggies, and it's always been delicious. It's a great way to clean out your fridge and use up leftover vegetables.
skd sujon
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids loved the mac and cheese and they didn't even notice the veggies. I would definitely recommend this recipe to other parents.
Abdulkarim she
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this mac and cheese. I'm not usually a fan of veggie-packed dishes, but this one was really good. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the veggies added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would
Nur islam Samir
[email protected]This mac and cheese is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I love that it's made with whole wheat pasta and that it's packed with veggies. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Thompson Precious
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a huge success! My kids loved it and my husband even went back for seconds. The sauce was perfectly creamy and cheesy, and the veggies were cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again.
Therandomised o
[email protected]This veggie-packed mac and cheese is a hit with my family! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the veggies add a nice crunch and sweetness. I also love that this recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. I often add extra