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Mac & Cheese with Peppers & Peas

Main Dishes

Mac & Cheese with Peppers and Peas

20 minutes, 4 servings, vegetarian

Ingredients

• 1 box of Annie’s Homegrown Mac & Cheese Classic

• 1/2 cup milk

• 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped

• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen sweet peas, thawed

• 1 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

• 1/2 cup Annie’s Homegrown Cheddar Bunnies, crushed

Instructions

1. In 2-quart saucepan, make mac & cheese as directed on box, increasing milk to 1/2 cup. Remove from heat.

2. Stir in bell pepper, peas, and 3/4 cup of the cheese until well mixed.

3. Cook over medium-low heat three to four minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and cheese is melted.

4. In small bowl, mix remaining 1/4 cup cheese and crackers until well mixed. Sprinkle evenly over mac & cheese.

5. Serve and savor!