Girl Dinner

• 1 cup frozen French fries
• 1/2 box elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grapes, halved
• 4 dill pickle slices
• 2 tbsp butter

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. 2 Spread frozen fries on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
3. 3 Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package directions.
4. 4 In the last minute of cooking pasta, add butter and milk to the pot.
5. 5 Drain pasta and stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
6. 6 Arrange fries, mac and cheese, grapes, and pickles on a plate.

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Pot
• Oven

Variations

• Swap grapes for cherry tomatoes.
• Add a handful of tortilla chips for some crunch.

Substitutions

• Use almond milk instead of dairy milk for a vegan option.
• Replace cheddar with nutritional yeast for a vegan cheese alternative.

Pairings

• Sparkling water with a citrus twist
• A light green salad

Nutrition

Tips

• Customize with your favorite snacks for a personal touch.
• Use spiralized zucchini instead of pasta for a low-carb option.

Storage

Store components separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat fries in the oven and mac and cheese in the microwave.

Freezing: Fries and mac and cheese freeze well separately for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Serving Suggestions

• Add a side salad for some crunch.
• Pair with a sparkling lemonade for a refreshing drink.

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