Classic Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

 

 

Classic Macaroni and Cheese

This recipe proves you don’t have to give up your favorite dishes to eat heart healthy meals. Here’s a lower-fat version of a true classic.

 

 

2 cups macaroni 2 cups onions, chopped 2 cups evaporated fat-free milk 1 medium egg, beaten ¼ teaspoon black pepper 1¼ cups low-fat cheddar cheese, finely shredded nonstick cooking spray, as needed

 

 

1.Cook macaroni according to directions—but do not add salt to the cooking water. Drain and set aside.

2. Spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.

3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F

4. Lightly spray saucepan with nonstick cooking spray. Add onions to saucepan and saute for about 3 minutes.

5. In another bowl, combine macaroni, onions, and the rest of the ingredients and mix thoroughly.

6. Transfer mixture into casserole dish.

7. Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

 

 

Yield: 8 servings Serving size: ½ cup Calories 200 Total Fat 4 g Saturated Fat 2 g Cholesterol 34 mg Sodium 120 mg Total Fiber 1 g Protein 11 g Carbohydrates 29 g Potassium 119 mg

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