Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Low-fat Macaroni and Cheese

Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese

Yield: 6 cups (1.4L) - Servings: 4

An old time favorite with a low-fat spin.

Ingredients

2 cups (230g) elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 1/2 Tbsp (20g) margarine
1/4 cup (30g) flour
2 cups (480mL) skim milk
1 tsp (5mL) Worcestershire sauce
3/4 tsp (1g) dry mustard
1/8 tsp (1mL) Tabasco sauce, (or other hot red pepper sauce)
1/8 tsp (1g) black pepper, freshly ground
2 cups (230g) reduced fat cheddar cheese, shredded
3 Tbsp (25g) Parmesan cheese, grated, fresh

Directions

In a large pot, heat water to a boil. Cook macaroni in rapidly boiling water until done. Drain and set aside.

Melt margarine in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add flour and cook one minute, stirring constantly with a wire whisk. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Continue to stir and cook over medium heat approximately 10 minutes until thickened and bubbly. Boil for one minute and remove from heat.

Add seasonings (Worcestershire sauce, mustard, Tabasco and pepper) and cheeses. Stir until cheeses melt. Combine cheese sauce and macaroni in a bowl; stir well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 315
Total Fat: 9g
% Calories from fat: 26%
Protein: 23g
Carbohydrate: 35g
Cholesterol: 14mg
Sodium: 474mg

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