Enlightened Macaroni and Cheese

by the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.


Enlightened Macaroni and Cheese Photo
Enlightened Macaroni and Cheese
Yield: Makes 6 (1-cup) servings
This twist on an all-time American favorite is guaranteed to make your family smile, and it's low in fat too!
Ingredients:
8
ounces uncooked wagon wheel, bow tie or elbow pasta

1
tablespoon all-purpose flour

2
teaspoons cornstarch

1/4
teaspoon dry mustard

1
can (12 ounces) evaporated skimmed milk

1
cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese

1/2
cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese

1
jar (2 ounces) diced pimiento, drained and rinsed

1
teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/4
teaspoon black pepper

1
tablespoon dry bread crumbs

1
tablespoon paprika



 
Preparation:
1.
Preheat oven to 375°F.

2.
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain and set aside.

3.
Combine flour, cornstarch and mustard in medium saucepan; stir in milk until smooth. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 8 minutes.

4.
Remove from heat; stir in cheeses, pimiento, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Add pasta; mix well.

5.
Spray 1-1/2-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray. Spoon mixture into casserole; sprinkle with bread crumbs and paprika.

6.
Bake 20 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Fiber 2 g
Carbohydrate 35 g
Cholesterol 18 mg
Saturated Fat 3 g
Total Fat 6 g
Calories from Fat 19 %
Calories 266
Protein 18 g
Sodium 200 mg
Dietary Exchange:
Meat 1
Milk 1/2
Starch 2
Fat 1/2


This recipe appears in: Pasta

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