Macaroni and Cheese III

Macaroni and Cheese III

A rich macaroni and cheese recipe, with lots of sharp Cheddar cheese. Especially good with the addition of browned ground beef or spicy sausage.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
6 to 8 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
  • 2 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
  • 1/8 teaspoon celery seed
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ tablespoon dried basil

Directions

Step 1
In a large pot cook macaroni pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain well.

Step 2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the grated Cheddar cheese, plain yogurt, butter or margarine, and tomatoes. Cook until smooth. Add salt, black pepper, basil to taste, celery seed and cooked pasta to saucepan. Stir until blended.

Step 3
Turn off the heat and let sit for 10 minutes with lid on, stirring occasionally. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

557
Calories
23g
Fat
62g
Carbs
26g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 557
% Daily Value *
Total Fat23g 29%
Saturated Fat14g 69%
Cholesterol67mg 22%
Sodium539mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate62g 23%
Dietary Fiber3g 11%
Total Sugars6g
Protein26g
Vitamin C6mg 29%
Calcium497mg 38%
Iron4mg 22%
Potassium420mg 9%

*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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