Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat macaroni; 3 cups 1% low-fat milk; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 4 cups spinach leaves; 2 ounces neufchatel cheese, at room temperature, cut in small pieces; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 cup shredded reduced fat extra-sharp cheddar cheese (4oz); ¼ cup grated romano cheese; ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs

Servings: persons

8 ounces whole wheat macaroni
3 cups 1% low-fat milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 cups spinach leaves
2 ounces neufchatel cheese, at room temperature, cut in small pieces
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 cup shredded reduced fat extra-sharp cheddar cheese (4oz)
¼ cup grated romano cheese
½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs

1
Cook macaroni as package directs.
2
Heat 2 1/2 cups milk until hot.
3
Add cornstarch to remaining cold milk; whisk to blend.
4
Pour into hot milk and stir over medium heat until sauce simmers.
5
Stir 1 minute as sauce thickens.
6
Remove pot from heat.
7
Add spinach, Neufchatel, salt and pepper; whisk until sauce is smooth.
8
Heat oven to 375; grease a 2-quart baking dish.
9
Toss 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons Romano and bread crumbs in a bowl.
10
Mix pasta, sauce, and remaining cheddar and Romano until blended.
11
Transfer to baking dish.
12
Sprinkle with bread crumb mixture.
13
Bake 20-25 minutes until top is browned.

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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: 8 ounces whole wheat macaroni, 3 cups 1% low-fat milk, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 4 cups spinach leaves, and more.

Yes, 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.

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