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Classic Macaroni and Cheese
this recipe proves you don’t have to give up your favorite dishes to eat heart healthy meals—here’s a lower fat version of a true classic
Gather
Ingredients
- 2 C macaroni
- ½ C onion, chopped
- ½ C fat-free evaporated milk
- 1 medium egg, lightly beaten
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1¼ C (4 oz) low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
- Cooking spray
Make it
Method
- 1
Cook macaroni according to package directions—but do not add salt to the cooking water. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Spray a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 3
Preheat oven to 350 °F.
- 4
Lightly spray a saucepan with nonstick cooking spray. Add onion to saucepan and sauté for about 3 minutes over medium heat.
- 5
In a bowl, combine macaroni, onion, and the remaining ingredients, and mix thoroughly.
- 6
Transfer mixture into casserole dish.
- 7
Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- 8
Tip: Pairs nicely with steamed broccoli and garlic.
Source & rights
Where this recipe comes from
Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; National Institutes of Health; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Keep the Beat Recipes: Deliciously Healthy Dinners. No government endorsement is implied.
This source recipe has been reformatted for Pantry Start but has not yet been kitchen-tested by our editors. Check current food-safety guidance and use your judgment.
