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Low Fat Macaroni and Cheese

Take comfort — not all country cooking is created equal. Like this family favorite, for example. It’s every bit as delicious as the original with a whole lot less fat and calories. Use your noodle and prepare the heart-smart version of this comfort classic.
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Continental

Servings 4 servings
Calories 1036.16 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1 cup(s) fat-free milk
  • 1 1/4 cup(s) shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
  • 2/3 cup(s) fat-free cottage cheese
  • 1 dash(es) pepper to taste
  • 2 1/2 cup(s) cooked elbow macaroni
  • 1/16 cup(s) grated onion
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) paprika

Instructions

 

  • In a blender combine the milk, cheeses and pepper.
  • Cover and process until creamy.
  • Pour into a bowl; stir in macaroni and onion.
  • Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt.
  • baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with paprika and bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until heated through.
  • PREP TIME 15 Min COOK TIME 1 Hr READY IN 1 Hr 15 Min.

Nutrition

Calories: 1036.16kcalCarbohydrates: 125.56gProtein: 76.83gFat: 22.07gSaturated Fat: 11.94gCholesterol: 75.15mgSodium: 1479.36mgFiber: 6.25gSugar: 19.3g

Keyword Healthy Eating, Low Fat, Macaroni & Cheese
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