Low-fat Macaroni
and Cheese
Macaroni and cheese has been a comfort food and favorite meal for decades. It is also a good way to consume too many calories. That's why this easy-to-make, lower-fat mac-and-cheese recipe is a healthy choice. Cheddar cheese and a bit of onion unite with a creamy sauce that tastes rich but is actually lower in fat than most other options. Packed with flavor, not calories, Low-fat Macaroni and Cheese is quick to assemble, easy on your diet, and sure to be a hit with old and young alike.
Instructions
1. Combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 cups cold skim milk in a small saucepan and stir until well mixed. Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook ten minutes or until the sauce bubbles and thickens slightly, stirring constantly to avoid scorching. Set this mixture aside for later use.
2. Bring 3 to 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add 2 cups dry macaroni and cook over medium-high heat for 6 to 10 minutes or until the noodles are just cooked. Remove from the heat and drain the water from the noodles.
3. Grated Cheese
Pour the cooked macaroni noodles into a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons grated onion and 2 to 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Stir these ingredients together until well mixed, and pour into a greased 2-quart casserole dish or 9-by-13 baking pan.
4. Pour the reserved white sauce (from step 1) over the cheese-and-noodle mixture in the baking dish. Stir slightly to combine. Cover the baking dish with a lid or foil, and bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly throughout. Remove the foil or lid, and bake 15 more minutes for a nice, browned top.
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