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Healthier Homemade Mac and Cheese

Healthier Homemade Mac and Cheese

Cost $12, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 30 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta and Grains

    • 1 (16 ounce) package whole wheat macaroni

  • Dairy

    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 2 cups shredded low-fat Cheddar cheese
    • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 🥛 3 cups low-fat (1%) milk

  • Toppings

    • ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
    • 1 pinch paprika

STEPS

1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.

2

Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux. Slowly add milk to roux, stirring constantly. Stir in Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and sauce is thick, about 3 minutes. Place macaroni in large baking dish and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.

3

Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and stir until butter is absorbed, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread over macaroni to cover. Sprinkle with paprika.

4

Bake in preheated oven until cheese sauce is hot and breadcrumbs are browned, about 30 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

770

Calories

  • 43
    Protein
  • 107
    Carbs
  • 22
    Fats

💡 Use whole wheat pasta for added fiber and nutrients.Low-fat cheese helps keep the dish lighter without sacrificing flavor.Serve with a side salad for a complete, healthy meal.