Kid-friendly Hidden Veggie Recipes

  

 

We think that all kids should enjoy eating their vegetables.  That's why we've created the recipes below, which include healthy veggies in our favorite food, macaroni and cheese!  These recipes are sure to please kids of all ages. 

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Extra-Creamy Cali Shells

1 box Annie’s Organic Shells & White Cheddar
1 small head fresh organic cauliflower
2 tbsp. butter
½ cup 1% milk


 



  1. Cut up cauliflower into flowerets and steam until tender.
  2. Drain and purée in blender until very smooth, adding a little cooking broth if needed.
  3. Cook shells according to package directions.  Drain and return to pot.
  4. Add 1 cup of cauliflower purée* and 2 tbsp. butter to shells, stirring together over low heat until butter has melted.  Remove from heat. 
  5. Whisk contents of cheese pouch together with ½ cup milk until blended.
  6. Fold cheese sauce into pasta in pot, mixing well, and serve.


Servings: 2-3
*Extra purée may be refrigerated or frozen for future use.
 



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