Green Mac N’ Cheese Without Food Coloring

Elyse

Serves: 8

Green Mac N' Cheese Without Food Coloring

Delicious homemade mac n' cheese filled with vegetables to make the perfect St. Patrick's Day dish!

20 minPrep Time

20 minCook Time

40 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup spinach
• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 3 Tablespoons flour
• 1/2 cup water
• 4 cups grated white cheddar cheese
• 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 1 cup peas

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente.
3. Place the milk and spinach in a blender and blend until smooth.
4. In a large saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in flour for 2-3 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low and whisk occasionally for 3-4 minutes until mixture starts to thicken.
6. Add 1/2 cup water and cheese and whisk until melted.
7. Stir in the pasta, broccoli and peas.
8. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
9. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling.

Nutrition

Calories

2237 cal

Fat

148 g

Carbs

86 g

Protein

143 g

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