Low Fat and Carb Quick Easy Mac and Cheese With Peas Recipe

Name: Low Fat and Carb Quick Easy Mac and Cheese With Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup rotini pasta; ¼ cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; ⅛ cup low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 teaspoon Smart Balance light butter spread; ¼ cup skim milk; ¼ cup frozen peas; ½ teaspoon cornstarch; 1 dash dill; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

¾ cup rotini pasta
¼ cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
⅛ cup low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon Smart Balance light butter spread
¼ cup skim milk
¼ cup frozen peas
½ teaspoon cornstarch
1 dash dill
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

1
Boil water and start the pasta cooking.
2
While the pasta cooks measure out and mix all other ingredients besides the salt, pepper, and cornstarch.
3
When pasta is done, drain, and return noodles to the pot.
4
Add mixed ingredients and turn burner to low heat.
5
Stir constantly and sprinkle cornstarch.
6
Keep stirring and add salt and pepper to taste - I use a sea salt and peppercorn grinder.
7
Keep stirring over low heat until cheese and butter are integrated and the sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
8
Serve and enjoy.

234

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* 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: ¾ cup rotini pasta, ¼ cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, ⅛ cup low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded, 1 teaspoon Smart Balance light butter spread, and more.

Yes, Low Fat and Carb Quick Easy Mac and Cheese With Peas 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.

Low Fat and Carb Quick Easy Mac and Cheese With Peas

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