Ingredients:

• Dried mixed vegetables (like carrots, peas, corn)
• Pasta (macaroni or fun shapes)
• Shredded cheese (cheddar works great)
• Milk or plant milk
• Butter or olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Rehydrate dried vegetables in hot water for 10 minutes.
2. Cook pasta as directed.
3. Drain veggies and pasta.
4. In the same pot, melt butter, add veggies and cheese, then stir in milk until creamy.
5. Mix in pasta and serve.

👉 Optional: Blend some veggies into the cheese sauce for a smoother texture.

Ingredients:

• Instant mashed potatoes
• Dried broccoli or mixed green veggies
• Butter
• Milk or cream

Instructions:

1. Rehydrate dried veggies and chop if needed.
2. Prepare instant mashed potatoes as usual.
3. Stir in veggies and butter, season to taste.

👶 This is a hit with toddlers too—especially if you call it “monster mash!”

Ingredients:

• Biscuit dough or pizza dough
• Tomato sauce
• Dried bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach
• Shredded mozzarella
• Mini muffin tin

Instructions:

1. Rehydrate dried veggies and chop if needed.
2. Press dough into muffin tin.
3. Add a spoonful of sauce, a sprinkle of veggies, and cheese.
4. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden.

🥳 Let kids help assemble them—it’s fun and gets them involved!

Ingredients:

• Dried vegetables (e.g., carrots, zucchini, peas)
• Broth (chicken or veggie)
• Small pasta (like orzo)
• Optional: cooked chicken or beans

Instructions:

1. Simmer dried veggies in broth for 10-15 mins.
2. Add pasta and cook until tender.
3. Blend part of the soup if you want a creamier, veggie-hidden texture.

🧡 Serve with grilled cheese or toast sticks.

Ingredients:

• Tortillas
• Cheese
• Dried spinach, peppers, or onions
• Salsa or sour cream

Instructions:

1. Rehydrate veggies.
2. Spread cheese and veggies on a tortilla, top with another tortilla.
3. Cook on a skillet until golden and melty.
4. Slice into triangles and serve.

😋 Great for dipping and easy to customize!