Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 1 package macaroni and cheese mix
• 4 cups milk
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a soup pot, bring water to boil over high heat. Stir in peas and carrots and macaroni, reserving the cheese packet. Cover and boil for 5 minutes; do not drain.
2. Add the remaining ingredients, including reserved cheese packet. Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer 10 minutes, or until hot and creamy, stirring occasionally.