Updated 10/22/2011 12:59 PM

Veggie Friendly Mac and Cheese

By: Chef Fred Tiess

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INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups Chopped cauliflower

• 2 cups Elbow Macaroni

• 1 cup Frozen peas

• 2 tbsp Butter

• 3 tbsp Flour

• 2 cups Milk

• ½ tsp Yellow Mustard

• 8 oz Sharp Cheddar- Grated

PROCEDURE:

1. In a 2 qt pot boil the cauliflower for 2 minutes, add the macaroni and boil until tender, 5-8 minutes.
2. Place 1 cup of frozen peas in a colander.
3. Drain cauliflower and pasta over peas.
4. Place pot back on the heat and melt the butter.
5. Whisk in flour, add in cold milk and whisk to a simmer.
6. Simmer for two minute and add mustard, remove from heat and add in grated cheese, whisk and add in pasta and vegetables, season to taste.