Makeover Creamy Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Makeover Creamy Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 cups fat-free half-and-half; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cups fat-free milk; 3 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 cups soft bread crumbs; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; sliced cherry tomatoes and minced chives

Servings: persons

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups fat-free half-and-half
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups fat-free milk
3 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
sliced cherry tomatoes and minced chives

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
2
Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk flour, seasonings and half-and-half until smooth. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in half-and-half mixture. Add milk. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Add cheese; stir until melted. Stir in macaroni. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
3
For optional topping, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Sprinkle over macaroni mixture; top with cheese.
4
Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 25-30 minutes . Garnish as desired.

618

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Makeover Creamy Mac & 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.

Makeover Creamy Mac & Cheese

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