Healthier Homemade Mac And Cheese – a delicious recipe with whole wheat macaroni, butter, flour, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, low-fat. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Pasta & Noodles
Servings:persons
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.
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.
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.
4
Bake in preheated oven until cheese sauce is hot and breadcrumbs are browned, about 30 minutes.
598
kcal
Calories
42
g
Fat
31
g
Carbs
29
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package whole wheat macaroni (such as Smart Taste(R)), 2 tablespoons butter, 2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 cups shredded low-fat Cheddar cheese, and more.
Yes, Healthier Homemade Mac And Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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