Description
Creamy Veggie Mac and Cheese in One Pot is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender pasta, gooey cheese, and a colorful array of fresh vegetables—all cooked together in a single pot for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk (or unsweetened almond milk for dairy-free)
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (or choice of veggies)
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil elbow macaroni in vegetable broth until al dente; about 8 minutes.
- Stir in milk until well combined.
- Gradually add shredded cheeses, stirring on low heat until melted.
- Mix in fresh spinach and diced bell pepper; cook until slightly wilted.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; adjust to taste.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes of extra cheese or herbs.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamy Veggie Mac Cheese