One-Pot Mac & Cheese Primavera

Primavera means ‘spring’ in Italian, and this dish is named after the fresh and vibrant vegetables typically used in it.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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One-Pot Mac & Cheese Primavera

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Dinner, Pasta, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 1 cup Broccoli Florets
• 1 cup Carrots
• 1 cup Red Bell Pepper
• 1 cup Frozen Peas
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets, carrots, red bell pepper, and frozen peas. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
5. Add the cooked macaroni and vegetables to the cheese sauce. Stir until well coated.
6. Let the mac and cheese primavera rest for 5 minutes before serving.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 500kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 70g24%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.