Macaroni and Cheese
Who knew it could be so easy? Low fat to boot!
Exchange: 1 bread, 1 medium-fat meat
Yield: Serves 6 (1/2 cup serving)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c. skim evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. reduced calorie margarine
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 3/4 c. grated reduced-fat cheese
- 2 c. whole grain macaroni, cooked and drained
- 1/4 c. bread crumbs
Instructions
Combine evaporated milk, flour, margarine, and salt to make a white sauce
Return sauce to low heat
Add grated cheese, stirring constantly
Cook until cheese has melted and sauce boil
Remove from heat
Alternate layers of macaroni and cheese sauce in non-stick baking dish; cover with bread crumbs
Bake at 375 degrees until mixture bubbles and crumbs brown
Add sauteed greens, roasted garlic or veggie sausage for variety and flavor
