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.


Low Fat Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

For 4 people

  • 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
  • 1/10 cup(s) grated onion
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) paprika

Directions

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 facts

  • Kcal: 259.04 kcal
  • Fibers (g): 1.56g
  • Sodium (mg): 369.84mg
  • Carbs: 31.39g
  • Fat: 5.52g
  • Saturated fat (g): 2.99g
  • Proteins: 19.21g