Hidden Veggie Mac’N Cheese
Servings Prep Time
8cups 10minutes
Cook Time
40minutes
Servings Prep Time
8cups 10minutes
Cook Time
40minutes
Ingredients
  • 16ounces elbow macronicooked per package instructions
  • 1tablespoon oilof choice
  • 1small yellow onionthinly sliced
  • 1clove garlicminced
  • 3cups carrotsroughly chopped, approximately 1 inch in size
  • 2cups cauliflowerroughly chopped
  • 4-5cups vegetable brothor broth of choice
  • 1/2cup milk of choice
  • 1teaspoon salt
  • 1teaspoon mustard
  • 1cup shredded, sharp cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepperto taste
  • 1/2cup Italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook macaroni per package instructions. Drain and rinse with cool water. Set aside.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, sauteing over medium low heat until fragrant and golden, about 15 minutes. Add in garlic and saute for additional 5 minutes.
  3. Bring broth to a boil. Add carrots and cook for 5 minutes. Then add cauliflower and cook for additional 5-10 minutes or until fork tender. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup broth. Transfer carrots and cauliflower to the blender. Add the onions, garlic, milk, salt, mustard, 1/2 cup cheddar, and reserved broth and puree until smooth and creamy. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked noodles, stirring well and transfer to a baking dish. Add remaining shredded cheese over the top with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Place in the oven and cook until cheese and breadcrumbs start to brown, approximately 25 minutes. Serve hot.
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