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Lightened Up Winter Vegetable Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
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Winter Vegetable Macaroni and Cheese

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 352kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ pound medium shell shaped pasta
  • 1 ½ cups small Brussels sprouts halved (quartered if large)
  • 1 fennel bulb sliced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 cups frozen cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup peppadew peppers
  • 6 ounces goat cheese crumbled
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • balsamic reduction

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the directions on the package, until it's al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, toss the Brussels sprouts and fennel in olive oil and spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake 10 minutes, turning once, or until they begin to brown.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan set over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the cream and broth. Bring to a simmer and let cook 5-7 minutes, or until thick and creamy.
  • Combine the cooked pasta with sauce, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, fennel, and goat cheese. Spread in an 8-inch square baking pan. Top with breadcrumbs and bake for 10 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown.
  • Drizzle with balsamic reduction just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal | Protein: 11g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 186mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g