One Pot Vegetable Mac and Cheese
Creamy One Pot Vegetable Mac and Cheese is the ultimate kid-friendly recipe! Packed with fresh veggies, cheesy goodness, and ready in just 25 minutes.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 530kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 3 cups elbow macaroni (10 ounces)
- 1 1/2 cups mixed veggies (can use fresh or frozen)
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (mix of white sharp cheddar and mild cheddar)
Instructions
- In a 12" pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onions and stir until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook an additional minute.
- Add 1/2 cup vegetable broth and flour. Stir, then cook for one minute.
- Add remaining broth, milk, macaroni and vegetables. Stir, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cook over low heat, stirring often, until pasta is al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheese. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Add a splash of milk when reheating to keep the sauce creamy.
- You can blend the sauce before adding the cheese for a smoother texture.
- Works great with frozen or leftover vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 0g | Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 481mg | Potassium: 434mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2885IU | Vitamin C: 6.1mg | Calcium: 350mg | Iron: 1.7mg