Low-er Fat Quick Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Low-er Fat Quick Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Elbow Macaroni; 2 teaspoons Salt; 12 ounces, fluid Reduced Fat Evaporated Milk; 3/4 cups 2% Milk, Divided Use; 1/4 teaspoons Dry Mustard; ⅛ teaspoons Garlic Powder Or Celery Salt (optional); 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Salt, Or To Taste; 2 teaspoons Cornstarch; 2 cups 50% Light Cheddar Cheese, Grated

Servings: persons

2 cups Elbow Macaroni
2 teaspoons Salt
12 ounces, fluid Reduced Fat Evaporated Milk
3/4 cups 2% Milk, Divided Use
1/4 teaspoons Dry Mustard
⅛ teaspoons Garlic Powder Or Celery Salt (optional)
1 pinch Cayenne Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Salt, Or To Taste
2 teaspoons Cornstarch
2 cups 50% Light Cheddar Cheese, Grated

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Bring 2 1/2 quarts water to boil in a large saucepan.
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Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and the macaroni; cook until the pasta is completely cooked and tender, about 5 minutes.
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Drain the pasta and leave it in the colander; set aside.
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Add the evaporated milk, 1/2 cup of the 2 percent milk, mustard, garlic powder (if using), cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the now-empty saucepan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
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Whisk the cornstarch and remaining 1/4 cup milk together, then whisk it into the simmering mixture.
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Continue to simmer, whisking constantly, until the sauce has thickened and is smooth, about 2 minutes.
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Remove pot from the heat and gradually whisk in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
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Stir in the macaroni, and let the macaroni and cheese sit off the heat until the sauce has thickened slightly, 2 to 5 minutes, before serving.
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The longer it sits, the thicker it will get.

325

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Elbow Macaroni, 2 teaspoons Salt, 12 ounces, fluid Reduced Fat Evaporated Milk, 3/4 cups 2% Milk, Divided Use, and more.

Yes, Low-er Fat Quick 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.

Low-er Fat Quick Macaroni and Cheese

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