This was my attempt at getting my toddler to eat his vegetables. It is a hit with both kids and adults alike. The vegetables are well hidden, yet they add additional flavor to the mac & cheese. Can be served as a stovetop dish, or baked.
Hide the Veggies Mac & Cheese
Serves | 12 |
Prep time | 20 minutes |
By author | Dish Ditty |
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Onions (diced small)
- 1/2 cup Orange Bell Pepper (diced small)
- 1/2 cup Carrots (shredded small/thin)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 1/2 cup Milk
- 1.5lb Mixed Cheeses (Velveeta, Sharp, Colby Jack, or Mozzarella: your choice)
- 1.5lb Macaroni (Cooked to package directions)
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
Note
You can use any cheese, but I usually do a mix of Velveeta, Extra Sharp Cheddar, and Monterey Jack.
Directions