Healthier Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Healthier Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Try this recipe for your family tonight. Far fewer calories and fat, but still has that familiar old fashioned taste!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Makes: 6-8 servings

Cook Time: 25 minutes in oven

Ingredients

  • 1-package (12 oz.) pasta of choice
  • 3-Tbsp. margarine or butter
  • 3-Tbsp. dry mustard
  • 3-l/2-cups skim milk
  • 3-cups (12 oz.) low-fat cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. In medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt margarine; stir in flour and mustard. Gradually stir in milk, cook and stir until mixture is bubbling. Remove from heat.
  3. Add 1-1/2 cups cheese; stir until melted. Stir in pasta.
  4. Place into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Top with remaining 1-1/2 cup cheese.
  5. Bake 25 minutes or until bubbly at 375 degrees.

Nutritional Information

For 1-cup servings: Calories 207, protein 17.01g, carbohydrates 45g, fat 6.2g, fiber 2.6g, and sodium 763mg.

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By Rita Larsen, RDN; Elite Sports Clubs Nutrition Educator & Diet Counselor