Mac and Cheese Recipe

Name: Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. medium-sized macaroni; 4 slices whole wheat bread; 2 tsp. unsalted butter, melted; 3 tsp. olive oil; 1 cup reduced-fat cottage cheese; 3 cups reduced-fat milk; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. dry mustard; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese; 1 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

8 oz. medium-sized macaroni
4 slices whole wheat bread
2 tsp. unsalted butter, melted
3 tsp. olive oil
1 cup reduced-fat cottage cheese
3 cups reduced-fat milk
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
1 tsp. salt

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Coat 9-x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
3
Bring large pot of salted water to boil.
4
Cook pasta according to package directions, until al dente.
5
Drain, rinse under cold water; drain again.
6
Process bread slices in food processor to fine crumbs.
7
Add butter and 2 tsp.
8
oil, and pulse to moisten.
9
Transfer to small bowl.
10
Puree cottage cheese in processor.
11
Whisk 1/2 cup milk, flour and mustard in small bowl until smooth.
12
In large, heavy-bottomed pan, heat remaining 1 tsp.
13
oil over medium heat.
14
Add onion, and cook, stirring often, 6 to 8 minutes, or until softened.
15
Add remaining 2 1/2 cups milk, and bring to a bare simmer.
16
Whisk in flour mixture, and cook, stirring constantly, 5 to 7 minutes, or until thickened.
17
Remove from heat.
18
Whisk in pureed cottage cheese, Cheddar, and salt and black pepper to taste.
19
Stir in macaroni, and transfer to baking dish.
20
Sprinkle top with breadcrumb mixture.
21
Bake, uncovered, 30 to 35 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned.
22
Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

540

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz. medium-sized macaroni, 4 slices whole wheat bread, 2 tsp. unsalted butter, melted, 3 tsp. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mac and Cheese 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.

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