Mac ‘n Cheese Peppers and Peas
Mac and cheese never met a veggie it didn’t like! This recipe calls for peas and red bell pepper for some added summer flavour.
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Ingredients
- 1 box (170 g) Annie's™ Shells & Real Aged Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) milk
- 2 tablespoons (30 mL) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) frozen sweet peas, thawed
- 1 cup (250 mL) finely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) Annie's™ organic Cheddar Bunnies™ crackers, crushed
Preparation
- In 2-quart (2 L) saucepan, make Shells & Real Aged Cheddar as directed on box, increasing milk to 1/2 cup (125 mL).
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in bell pepper, sweet peas and 3/4 cup (175 mL) of the cheese until well mixed.
- Cook over medium-low heat 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and cheese is melted.
- In small bowl, mix remaining 1/4 cup (50 mL) cheese and the crackers until well mixed.
- Sprinkle evenly over shells mixture.
Recipe Tips
- Serve with crusty French bread.
- For a complete meal, add your favourite veggie protein or grilled chicken.
