What You Need:

1 (10 oz.) pkg. macaroni shells

2 C frozen cauliflower, broccoli and carrots

1 C of milk

1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, cubed

1/4 t of pepper

3/4 C Swiss cheese, shredded

1/4 C Parmesan cheese, grated

How to Make It:

Cook the shells according to the directions on the package.

Add the frozen vegetables during the last 5 minutes of the shells cooking time.

Drain well and place in a bowl.

Pour the milk into the same saucepan.

Add the cream cheese and sprinkle in the pepper.

Place the pan over low heat.

Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

Place the pasta and vegetables back into the pan and stir to coat well.

Fold in the Swiss and Parmesan cheese stirring until blended in well.

Makes 4 servings

This is a new twist on an old favorite. Kids love macaroni and cheese and this may be just the dish you need to get them to eat their vegetables. You can use cheddar cheese in place of the Swiss if you prefer.

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes

Cooking Time: approximately 10 minutes (not including the pasta)

Total Time: approximately 25 minutes (not including the pasta)

Nutritional Information: (approximate values per serving)

Calories 598; Fat 25g; Saturated Fat 14g; Carbohydrates 66g; Fiber 3g;

Protein 28g; Cholesterol 86 mg; Sodium 596 mg