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

Amrit Khanal
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Jamal Naser
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this veggie tot mac and cheese. It was a great way to get some extra vegetables into my diet.


Alex Andromedov
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This was a great recipe for a party. I made a big batch and it was a hit with everyone.


mahlodi stella thobane
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This was a good recipe, but I think it would have been better with a different type of cheese. I used cheddar cheese, but I think a sharper cheese would have been better.


LARA Lara
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This recipe was a lot of work, but it was worth it. The mac and cheese was delicious and the veggie tots were crispy and flavorful.


Ambika Upreti
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I wasn't a fan of the veggie tots in this recipe. I think I would have preferred regular macaroni noodles.


Amin Dad
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This recipe was a little bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Adriyan asif
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Noah Hendrix
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I'm always looking for new ways to get my kids to eat their vegetables. This recipe was a great way to do that. They loved the veggie tots and the mac and cheese.


Ahmad Only
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This was a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The veggie tots made it a healthier option than traditional mac and cheese.


Rahman Ahmed
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I loved this recipe! It was easy to make and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Gyanu Thapa
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This was the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The veggie tots were a great addition.


Munaver Adreees
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This was a great recipe! The mac and cheese was creamy and the veggie tots were crispy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Amber Swinehart
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind! The veggie tots added a nice touch of flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Malik boti
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy, and the veggie tots were crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Dj Shakil
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I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even the picky eaters. The veggie tots were a great way to get some extra vegetables into my kids' diets.


Shekh Motab786
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This veggie tot mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The tots added a nice crispy texture and the cheese sauce was creamy and delicious. I used a variety of vegetables in my tots, including carrots, broccoli, and zucchini. I also added some chopp