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Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Veggies     Print this Recipe

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"You can also add in veggies or diced cooked chicken if you wanna mix it up."  (April, mom of 1)

Preheat

Oven to 350 degrees F

Equipment

saucepan, casserole dish or individual baking dishes

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Number of Servings

5 or more depending on ages

Instructions

1. 8 oz elbow macaroni, whole grain

2. 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

   Cook macaroni according to package directions or until it is al dente. Add mixed veggies for last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain.

3. 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese, reduced fat, white

4. 12 oz Vermont-Style Cottage Cheese, by Cabot

5. 8 oz sour cream, light

6. 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

7. 1/8 tsp sea salt

8. 1/4 tsp paprika

   Stir in remaining ingredients. Add to casserole dish for family style or in individual baking dishes for children. Bake at 350 degrees until cheese is melted and dish is warm throughout. Serve warm!

Options

Instead of mixed veggies, add grated broccoli florets when stirring in cheese.  Add diced cooked chicken for a one-dish meal!  Sprinkle with oregano for an Italian taste.  For an optional topping, sprinkle with whole grain bread crumbs. 

Grocery List

• 8 oz elbow macaroni, whole grain
• Frozen mixed vegetables
• 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese, reduced fat, white
• 12 oz Vermont-Style Cottage Cheese, by Cabot
• 8 oz sour cream, light
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1/8 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• Options: cooked chicken, broccoli, oregano, whole grain bread crumbs, organic butter

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