Max Mac and Cheese
| Nutrition Information | |
| Calories: | 323 |
| Total Fat: | 6g |
| Saturated Fat: | 3.5g |
| Trans Fat: | 0g |
| Cholesterol: | 16mg |
| Sodium: | 297mg |
| Carbohydrates: | 49g |
| Dietary Fiber: | 2.5g |
| Sugars: | 6.6g |
| Protein: | 16g |
| Vitamin A: | 9894.8iu (197%) |
| Vitamin C: | 1.5mg (2%) |
| Calcium: | 283mg (28%) |
| Iron: | 2.5mg (13%) |
This handy recipe makes a cheesy side dish that is lower in fat and sodium than many commercial preparations. Carrots added to the sauce make a nice orange color.
8 oz macaroni
1 cup skim milk (preferably fortified skim milk*)
1 cup canned, sliced carrots, drained (or 1 cup cooked)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup light shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
black pepper to taste
Directions:
Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain in colander. Puree milk, carrots, cheeses and seasonings together in blender until smooth. Pour this sauce into a microwaveable casserole dish and add noodles. Stir well and microwave on full power for 3-4 minutes or until mixture is thick. Serve hot. If you are chilling this dish for later, add a little skim milk prior to reheating in the microwave.
*Fortified skim milk is often called Skim Plus – it is thicker than regular skim milk and contains added calcium.
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