White Cheddar & Cauliflower Mac n Cheese
A dish loved by ALL kids, but with the addition of a few veggies! Mac n’ cheese is a great way to hide some veggies into your toddler’s meal. This recipe features cruciferous vegetables broccoli and cauliflower. Cruciferous vegetables have a plethora of health benefits.

White Cheddar & Cauliflower Mac n Cheese
A dish loved by ALL kids, but with the addition of a few veggies! Mac n' cheese is a great way to hide some veggies into your toddler's meal. This recipe features cruciferous vegetables broccoli and cauliflower. Cruciferous vegetables have a plethora of health benefits.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Banza chickpea pasta noodle shape of choice
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1/4 onion minced
- 2 cups skim milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 cups sharp white cheddar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 6 oz broccoli cut into small pieces
- 6 oz cauliflower optional
- parmesan optional for garnish
Instructions
- First, steam cook pasta with the Rice/Pasta insert on water level 3.
- Then, steam broccoli and cauliflower on water level 2.
- Immediately place the cauliflower, cheddar, butter and milk into the blending bowl and pulse puree until evenly mixed.
- Place onion, salt and pepper into the blending bowl as well, blending time depends whether you want smooth or chunky.
- Then, place mixture into a bowl. Combine the mixture, pasta, and broccoli until evenly mixed.
- Top with parmesan if desired. Serve and enjoy!
- If cheese does't melt thoroughly, simply heat the sauce on a skillet or microwave for leftovers.
Recipe Notes
As always, ask your doctor before introducing new foods to baby.
What do u do with the veg broth?