Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese With Turkey Kielbasa

Name: Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese With Turkey Kielbasa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni; ½ cup 1% low-fat milk; 12 ounces fat-free evaporated milk; 2 teaspoons dry mustard; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons water; 8 ounces Velveeta reduced fat cheese product; 4 ounces fat free sharp cheddar cheese; ⅓ cup fat-free cottage cheese; ¼ cup nonfat sour cream; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 14 ounces reduced-fat smoked turkey kielbasa, Hillshire Farm; 1 ounce low-fat Ritz crackers

Servings: persons

1 lb elbow macaroni
½ cup 1% low-fat milk
12 ounces fat-free evaporated milk
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons water
8 ounces Velveeta reduced fat cheese product
4 ounces fat free sharp cheddar cheese
⅓ cup fat-free cottage cheese
¼ cup nonfat sour cream
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
14 ounces reduced-fat smoked turkey kielbasa, Hillshire Farm
1 ounce low-fat Ritz crackers

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["1.", "Preheat over to 325 degrees.", "2.", "Grease a 9 x 13 glass or stoneware pan with cooking spray.", "3.", "Slice the kielbasa into 3/8 in thick ""coins"".", "4.", "Cook elbow macaroni as directed on the package in a large pan (typically in 6 qts of water with 1 1/2 tsp salt for 8-10 minutes).", "5.", "While the pasta is cooking, dissolve the dry mustard in the water.", "6.", "In a 2 qt saucepan whisk together the dissolved mustard, milk, evaporated milk and flour until combined.", "7.", "Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue stirring until it begins to simmer.", "8.", "Drain pasta but do not rinse.", "Return to the pan and keep off of the heat.", "9.", "Add all three cheeses and the salt and pepper.", "10.", "Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until all of the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.", "11.", "Stir in the sour cream until completely incorporated into the sauce.", "Remove from heat.", "12.", "Pour the sauce over the macaroni.", "13.", "Add the sliced kielbasa and mix well over medium-low heat until warmed through.", "14.", "Pour the mixture into the 9 x 13 prepared pan.", "15.", "Crush the reduced-fat Ritz crackers and sprinkle on top of the mixture.", "16.", "Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, removing the foil for the last 10 minutes."]

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb elbow macaroni, ½ cup 1% low-fat milk, 12 ounces fat-free evaporated milk, 2 teaspoons dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese With Turkey Kielbasa 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!