Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

macaroni and cheese

store-bought box

4 oz

cheese

shredded

3 stalk

kale

shredded

0.5 cup

milk

0.5 cup

tomato liquid

marinara, v8

2 clove

garlic

minced

1 tsp

cumin

1 tsp

turmeric

1 tsp

apple cider vinegar

0.5 tsp

nutmeg

freshly ground

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~2 min

Boil pasta in water with apple cider vinegar and nutmeg until al dente.

Step 2
~2 min

Drain pasta and set aside.

Step 3
~2 min

Mix milk and cheese packet from the macaroni and cheese box until well blended.

Step 4
~2 min

Stir the milk and cheese mixture into the macaroni.

Step 5
~2 min

Shred kale.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat tomato liquid in a pan with a bit of oil.

Step 7
~2 min

Wilt kale in the tomato liquid with cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 8
~2 min

Remove from heat and immediately add minced or pressed garlic.

Step 9
~2 min

Dice, shred, or tear the 4oz of your favorite cheese into small pieces.

Step 10
~2 min

Put the cheese on top of the kale.

Step 11
~2 min

Pour the macaroni and cheese into the pan with the kale and cheese.

Step 12
~2 min

Put the pan on low heat and let it sit for a minute or two.

Step 13
~2 min

Mix until the cheese is melted and everything is of one consistency.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add breadcrumbs for a crispy topping.

Use different types of cheese for a more complex flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as a main course or side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food classic

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Potluck
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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