Macaroni And Cheese Primavera

• 1 lb elbow macaroni, prepared according to package and drained
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed (I use broccoli, red pepper, onions, and mushrooms)
• 1 (8 ounce) package neufchatel cheese (or red.-fat cream cheese)
• 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 1 (8 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• black pepper
• 1 dash garlic powder

1. Heat oven to 350u0b0F.
2. In large bowl, toss together cooked macaroni, thawed vegetables, black pepper, and garlic powder.
3. In food processor, blend Neufchatel cheese and buttermilk.
4. Fold buttermilk mixture and half of shredded cheddar into macaroni and vegetable mixture.
5. Spoon into large casserole dish lightly coated with non-stick spray.
6. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
7. Bake 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
8. Optional: Broil 4-5 minutes, until cheese on top is crisp and lightly browned.

elbow macaroni, mixed vegetables, cheese, lowfat buttermilk, cheddar cheese, black pepper, garlic powder

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/macaroni-and-cheese-primavera-20038 (may not work)