Description
A comforting and quick one-pot dish that combines creamy cheese with wholesome vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz macaroni
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like broccoli, bell peppers, and peas)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, onion powder, or spices for extra flavor
Instructions
- Start by placing macaroni and vegetable broth into a large pot. Bring this to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender.
- Next, add the milk, shredded cheese, butter, and mixed veggies to the pot. Stir everything together until the cheese melts and the dish becomes creamy and well-mixed.
- Finally, season with salt, pepper, and any additional spices you desire.
- Serve hot and enjoy every comforting bite!
Notes
Feel free to swap the vegetables for your favorites, or use whatever’s in your fridge. For a creamier consistency, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg