Ingredients

  • 1 (7 1/4 oz.) pkg. macaroni and cheese dinner
  • 1/4 c. margarine
  • 1/2 c. sliced carrots
  • 1/2 c. sliced celery
  • 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. minced onion
  • 1/4 c. margarine
  • 1/4 c. milk
  • 1 Tbsp. diced pimiento, drained

Method

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
  • While macaroni is cooking, melt 1/4 cup margarine in large skillet.
  • Add vegetables.
  • Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
  • Remove from heat and add drained macaroni.
  • Stir in remaining margarine and milk.
  • Sprinkle contents of cheese sauce packet over top.
  • Add pimiento and mix gently.
  • Heat until mixture reaches serving temperature.