Now that school is in full swing again it’s hard to find the time to juggle everything you have to do all day AND find time to make a tasty, nutritious dinner for your family. Next time you’re in a bind don’t reach for boxed mac and cheese – instead, make your own healthier version in less than 15 minutes!
Ingredients:
-2 boxes frozen broccoli with reduced fat cheese sauce
-4 ounces cream cheese
-4 cups cooked pasta (recommended: elbow macaroni or rotini)
Directions:
Microwave broccoli according to package directions. Empty boxes into a microwave safe bowl and stir in cream cheese. If needed, microwave mixture for 30-second increments to melt cream cheese until mixture is fully combined. Toss with pasta to coat.
Serve this as is or add chopped chicken if you desire.