Cheesy Roasted Veggie Macaroni

Name: Cheesy Roasted Veggie Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz elbow macaroni; 1 cup carrots; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1.5 cups cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup whole milk; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp butter; 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Creamy baked pasta with caramelized carrots, broccoli, and sharp cheddar for a comforting one-pan meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.

Serves 6.

Ingredients

8 oz elbow macaroni
1 cup carrots
2 cups broccoli florets
1.5 cups cheddar cheese
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tbsp butter
1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook macaroni in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes), then drain and set aside.
Step 2: Toss chopped carrots and broccoli florets with 1 tbsp melted butter on a baking sheet, then roast for 15 minutes until tender.
Step 3: In a saucepan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat, whisk in 2 tbsp flour and 1/2 tsp garlic powder for 1 minute. Gradually add 1/2 cup milk, stirring until thickened (2-3 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese until melted.