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Skillet Mac and Cheese with Tomatoes and Zucchini

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This Skillet Mac and Cheese with Tomatoes and Zucchini highlights irresistibly creamy cheese paired with fresh veggies, perfect for quick dinners or comforting meals at home.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium zucchini halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into bite-sized strips
  • 1 ½ cups milk dairy or nondairy
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup cream cheese (4 ounces) cream cheese, light or full-fat
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • â…“ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 9 ounces elbow macaroni cooked according to package instructions
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano for serving or substitute parsley and or fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions while preparing the vegetables.
  2. Coat a 10-inch oven-safe skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add the zucchini and bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until they are crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl.
  3. Preheat the broiler. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, flour, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir in the cream cheese. Cook over medium heat, whisking frequently, until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
  4. Gradually add 1¾ cups of the shredded cheddar and the Parmesan to the skillet, whisking until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  5. Stir the cooked macaroni and sautéed vegetables into the cheese sauce, then top with halved cherry tomatoes. Broil for 6-8 minutes (about 4-5 inches from the heat) until the tomatoes are softened. Add the remaining ¼ cup shredded cheese, and broil for another 1-2 minutes until melted. Sprinkle oregano on top just before serving.

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Notes

You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables.
To make it spicy, consider adding some red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
Using a combination of cheese types can enhance the flavor profile.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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