{"id":61411,"date":"2025-03-31T04:48:51","date_gmt":"2025-03-30T17:48:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpcodex.xyz\/2026\/boobtofood\/btf-recipe\/mac-cheese-with-a-twist\/"},"modified":"2026-03-15T19:10:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T08:10:57","slug":"mac-cheese-with-a-twist","status":"publish","type":"btf-recipe","link":"https:\/\/wpcodex.xyz\/2026\/boobtofood\/btf-recipe\/mac-cheese-with-a-twist\/","title":{"rendered":"mac &amp; cheese with a twist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn\u2019t your average mac and cheese\u2014it\u2019s packed with nourishing hidden veggies and all the creamy, cheesy comfort you\u2019d expect from this family favourite. Roasted sweet potato and cauliflower give a boost of nutrients and natural sweetness, and with everything coming together in one pot, it\u2019s perfect for busy weeknights. We\u2019ve also included tips to make a pur\u00e9e version for your baby using the same base\u2014because who has time to cook two separate meals?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfect for batch cooking, this mac and cheese freezes well, and you can even use the roasted veg for other meals like pur\u00e9es or soups. It\u2019s a sneaky (but totally delicious) way to serve up more veg to little ones who may be going through a fussy phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>serving suggestions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve warm on its own, or with a fresh salad, saut\u00e9ed greens, or steamed broccoli. For baby-led weaning, let it cool slightly and serve in small bite-sized pieces. You can also blend or mash with a splash of milk or broth for a pur\u00e9e version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">age suitability:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suitable from 12+ months<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">storage notes:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezer: <\/strong>Portion into airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months. 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