Healthy Baked Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Name: Healthy Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat elbow macaroni; 15 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese; 1 3/4 cups skim milk; 1/2 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute (r); 2 teaspoons brown mustard; 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper; 8 ounces fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/4 cup fat-free parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon paprika

Servings: persons

1 lb whole wheat elbow macaroni
15 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese
1 3/4 cups skim milk
1/2 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute (r)
2 teaspoons brown mustard
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
8 ounces fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup fat-free parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon paprika

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I like to use the healthy choice or smart balance cheeses. Use Tabasco to taste of course--my husband likes it spicy!
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Preheat oven to 375u00b0F and spray a 9x13 or 3-quart baking dish with nonstick spray oil.
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Cook macaroni according to package directions.
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In a food processor or blender, mix ricotta cheese, milk, egg substitute, mustard, Tabasco sauce, salt and pepper.
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Process until smooth.
6
Drain macaroni, return to pot and add shredded cheddar. Stir until cheese melts. Stir in ricotta mixture and scrape into prepared baking dish.
7
In a small bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and paprika. Sprinkle evenly over macaroni and cheese.
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Bake at 375u00b0F for 25 minutes. Serve hot.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb whole wheat elbow macaroni, 15 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese, 1 3/4 cups skim milk, 1/2 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute (r), and more.

Yes, Healthy Baked Macaroni & Cheese 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!

Healthy Baked Macaroni & Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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