Summer Fresh Mac & Cheese
15 min
4 servings
290 calories
Ingredients
2 cups uncooked macaroni 
2 bell peppers
2 cups mixed cherry tomatoes
1⁄2 cup milk, your choice
1 pkg Mac & Cheese Seasoning
1⁄2 cup sliced black olives, optional
Instructions
In Multipurpose Pot set over high heat, boil macaroni until tender, about 6–8 min.
Meanwhile, dice peppers and cut tomatoes in half.
Add peppers to boiling pasta mixture for last 1 min of cooking.
Carefully drain, then return noodles and peppers to pot. Add milk and seasoning. Stir until evenly mixed. Fold in tomatoes and olives, if using.
Spoon into bowls and add topping, if desired.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 290, Fat 5 g (Saturated 2.5 g, Trans 0.2 g), Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 340 mg, Carbohydrate 49 g (Fiber 4 g, Sugars 6 g), Protein 12 g.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 4 oz (113 g) lean protein such as canned tuna or salmon, grilled chopped chicken, beef, or pork, or tofu.