Lightened Fannie Farmer'S Classic Baked Macaroni An

Name: Lightened Fannie Farmer'S Classic Baked Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 1/3 ounces fat-free cottage cheese; 8 teaspoons skim milk; 1 (8 ounce) package macaroni; 4 tablespoons light butter; 4 tablespoons flour; 1 cup skim milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 2 cups 2% cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1
First you will need to made a cream sub. out of the 8 teaspoons of milk and the cottage cheese. Place both ingredients into the blender and blend until smooth. Set in fridge until it is needed.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
3
Cook and drain macaroni according to package directions; set aside.
4
In a large saucepan melt butter.
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Add flour mixed with salt and pepper, using a whisk to stir until well blended.
6
Pour milk and cream sub. in gradually; stirring constantly.
7
Bring to boiling point and boil 2 minutes (stirring constantly).
8
Reduce heat and cook (stirring constantly) 10 minutes.
9
Add shredded cheddar little by little and simmer an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.
10
Turn off flame.
11
Add macaroni to the saucepan and toss to coat with the cheese sauce.
12
Transfer macaroni to a greased baking dish.
13
Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
14
Bake 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
15
(You can also freeze this recipe in zip-lock bags for later use - once you have mixed the macaroni along with the cheese sauce allow to cool to room temperature before adding to your freezer - I generally pull it out the night before and allow macaroni and cheese to reach room temperature; I then add the macaroni and cheese to a buttered baking dish, sprinkle with bread crumbs and then bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until golden brown on top and bubbling.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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: 5 1/3 ounces fat-free cottage cheese, 8 teaspoons skim milk, 1 (8 ounce) package macaroni, 4 tablespoons light butter, and more.

Yes, Lightened Fannie Farmer'S Classic Baked Macaroni And 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!

Lightened Fannie Farmer'S Classic Baked Macaroni And Cheese

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