Healthier Four Cheese Macaroni Recipe

Name: Healthier Four Cheese Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup shredded Jarlsberg cheese; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese; 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 8 ounces evaporated milk; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Lightly grease a deep 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
4
Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes.
5
Drain and return to cooking pot.
6
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
7
Stir into macaroni.
8
Combine Cheddar, Jarlsberg, Monterey Jack, and mozzarella cheeses in a large bowl; mix well.
9
Add evaporated milk, 1 1/2 cups cheese mixture, and eggs to macaroni.
10
Mix together and season with salt and ground pepper.
11
Transfer to baking dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese mixture.
12
Bake in preheated oven until hot and bubbling around the edges, about 25 minutes.

519

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Jarlsberg cheese, and more.

Yes, Healthier Four Cheese Macaroni falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthier Four Cheese Macaroni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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