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To make this rich mac and cheese recipe healthier we use whole wheat bread crumbs, low-fat milk and cheese, whole wheat noodles, and reduced the amount of butter. Serve with a salad for a healthy meatless dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package whole wheat macaroni (such as Smart Taste®)
- 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
- ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
- 1 pinch paprika
Directions
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 4
Bake in preheated oven until cheese sauce is hot and breadcrumbs are browned, about 30 minutes.
Editor’s Note:
This recipe is a healthier version of Homemade Mac and Cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 770 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat22g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat13g | 66% |
| Cholesterol60mg | 20% |
| Sodium750mg | 33% |
| Total Carbohydrate107g | 39% |
| Dietary Fiber11g | 38% |
| Total Sugars10g | |
| Protein43g | |
| Vitamin C0mg | 1% |
| Calcium624mg | 48% |
| Iron5mg | 29% |
| Potassium621mg | 13% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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