American Country Fare

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 13

Indulge in the Classic American Comfort food with American Country Fare

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 box deluxe kraft macaroni & cheese dinner mix
	1 lb smoked sausage , cut diagnally into 1-inch chunks
	1 1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
	1 cup red peppers or 1 cup green pepper , strips
	2 tablespoons green onions , slices
	1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

859

Sugar

18g

Fat

54g

American Country Fare is a beloved classic comfort meal in the USA. It's a simple recipe that’s full of flavors and easy to make. The recipe includes Kraft Mac and Cheese, combined with smoked sausage, vegetables, and spices such as dried oregano, which adds a nice aroma to the dish. The smoked sausage provides a smoky, savory flavor, and the veggies add color and texture to the meal. The result is a hearty, wholesome dish that is sure to satisfy the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Prepare Kraft macaroni and cheese according to the package instructions.
2.	In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the smoked sausage until browned.
3.	Add broccoli florets and red/green pepper strips to the skillet and continue to cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4.	Add the cooked macaroni and cheese to the skillet, along with the sliced green onions and dried oregano. Mix everything together and cook for 1-2 more minutes before serving.

PROS

American Country Fare is a quick and easy meal that is both filling and tasty.
It’s perfect for family dinners and weeknight meals.

The combination of macaroni, smoked sausage and vegetables in creamy cheese sauce is heavenly to taste buds.

CONS

The recipe calls for packaged cheese mix and smoked sausage which are often high in calories, sodium and preservatives, so this recipe should be eaten in moderation.

Also, it may not be suitable for people who are lactose intolerant or who have a gluten allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and sodium count, this recipe packs a lot of nutrition. The dish has a significant amount of protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins, particularly vitamin C and K, which support immunity and bone health.
Broccoli is known to be rich in sulforaphane, a compound that has anti-inflammatory properties and has potential cancer-fighting benefits.