Macaroni 'n' Cheese Italiano Recipe

Name: Macaroni 'n' Cheese Italiano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni; ¾ cup chopped onion; ¼ cup chopped celery; ¼ cup chopped green pepper; 2 teaspoons olive oil; ½ cup meatless spaghetti sauce; ½ teaspoon dried basil; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 cups nonfat milk; 1 ¼ cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and sliced

Servings: persons

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
¾ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped green pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
½ cup meatless spaghetti sauce
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups nonfat milk
1 ¼ cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and sliced

1
Prepare pasta according to package directions until cooked but firm.
2
Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, celery and green pepper in oil until tender.
3
Stir in spaghetti sauce, basil and oregano.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
6
Drain macaroni; stir into sauce.
7
Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
8
In a saucepan, combine the flour, salt, nutmeg and cayenne.
9
Gradually stir in milk until smooth.
10
Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
11
Reduce heat; stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted.
12
Pour over macaroni mixture.
13
Top with Parmesan cheese and tomatoes.
14
Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
15
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni, ¾ cup chopped onion, ¼ cup chopped celery, ¼ cup chopped green pepper, and more.

Yes, Macaroni 'n' Cheese Italiano 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.

Macaroni 'n' Cheese Italiano

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