Mac & Cheese and Spicy Walnut Sprinkle
with Pea Shoot and Tomato Salad
- Sulphites
- Cereals containing gluten
- Milk
- Nuts
- Celery
- Mustard
- Soya
- May contain traces of allergens
- Peanut
- Sesame
- Nuts
Looking for a quick and tasty midweek dinner option? Try cooking up our Mac & Cheese and Spicy Walnut Sprinkle in just 20 minutes for a delicious and speedy meal.
Ingredients
2
Medium Tomato
12
Balsamic Glaze
(Contains: Sulphites)
2
Garlic Clove
180
Macaroni
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Soya)
130
Mature Cheddar Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
20
Walnuts
(Contains: Nuts May contain traces of: Peanut, Sesame, Nuts)
1
Chilli Flakes
10
Vegetable Stock Paste
(Contains: Celery)
150
Creme Fraiche
(Contains: Milk)
17
Wholegrain Mustard
(Contains: Mustard)
40
Pea Shoots
Not included in your delivery
50
Water for the Sauce
Utensils
Instructions
a) Boil a full kettle.
b) Cut the tomatoes into 1cm pieces and pop into a bowl with a drizzle of oil and the balsamic glaze. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well. Set aside.
c) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
a) Pour the boiled water from your kettle into a large saucepan on high heat with 1/2 tsp salt.
b) Add the macaroni to the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.
c) Once cooked, drain in a colander. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together. Set aside.
d) Meanwhile, grate the cheese.
a) Roughly chop the walnuts.
b) In another small bowl, mix together the walnuts and chilli flakes (add less if you'd prefer things milder).
c) Set your walnut sprinkle aside.
a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.
b) Once hot, fry the garlic for 30 secs.
c) Add the water for the sauce (see pantry for amount), vegetable stock paste and cooked pasta to the pan. Bring to the boil, stirring consistently, then remove from the heat.
a) Vigorously stir the creme fraiche, wholegrain mustard and cheese into the macaroni.
b) Add a splash of water if it's a little too thick. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
c) Add the pea shoots to the tomato bowl and toss to combine.
a) Share the mac & cheese between your bowls.
b) Top with the spicy walnut sprinkle.
c) Serve with the salad alongside.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many enjoyed the dish, but some found the mustard overpowering; consider reducing the amount for a more balanced taste.
- Ease of prep: Quick and simple to make, though grating multiple small cheese blocks was time-consuming for some.
- Suggestions: Try finishing the dish in the oven for a thicker sauce, or gently reheat after adding crème fraîche to serve it hot.
- Next-day meals: Leftovers reheat well in the microwave, maintaining a good consistency thanks to the saucy nature of the dish.
- Texture: The walnut and chilli flake sprinkle adds a pleasant crunch, but consider using chilli powder for more even spice distribution.
- Variations: Some enjoyed adding peas or spinach to boost nutrition; others preferred it without walnuts for a more traditional taste.
