Hidden Veg Mac & Cheese
Stressful day leaving you little time to think about dinner? We've got the solution this week: family-friendly, hidden-veggies, and deliciously satisfying.
This Hidden Veggie Mac & Cheese sneaks in cauliflower and packs extra protein with silken tofu: a gut-friendly, comforting dinner the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients (serves 4):
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250g pasta of your choice (wholemeal for extra fibre!)
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1 small cauliflower, chopped into florets
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1 cup silken tofu
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½ cup milk (dairy or alternative)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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½ tsp smoked paprika or nutmeg
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Salt + pepper to taste
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1.5 cups shredded cheese
Instructions:
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Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
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Steam cauliflower until tender. Blend cauliflower with silken tofu, milk, and spices until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in most of the cheese, reserving a handful for topping.
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Mix the sauce with the cooked pasta, transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake at 180°C/350°F for 10-15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Serve warm and enjoy a comforting, hidden-veggie meal with minimal stress.
Tip: A few fresh herbs or a light sprinkle of paprika on top adds extra flavour and adding a little garlic-infused oil can boost flavour for sensitive guts. For extra veggies, try pairing this dish with a side salad as well.
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