AUNTIE'S AWESOME BAKED MAC N' CHEESE (LIGHT)

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Auntie's Awesome Baked Mac N' Cheese (Light) image

My aunt came up with this recipe through trial and error and I lightened it up and am entering it for the nutrition information. I have tried many recipes and this one is the best, light or not!

Provided by Adrienne Elise

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
5 cups skim milk
4 tablespoons olivio spread
5 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 lb elbow macaroni (or other shape like radiatore or cavatappi)
4 slices light whole wheat bread, crusts removed

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, combine first four ingredients; stir in milk. Add butter; stirring constantly, bring to a boil over medium-high heat and boil 1 minutes. *This is very important but make sure you don't burn the milk or else you will get an undesirable smoky taste to your dish!* Remove from heat.
  • Stir in 4 coups cheese until melted. Add elbows. Pour into lightly greased 9x13 casserole.
  • Coarsely shred bread in food processor, then mix crumbs with the remaining cup of cheese. Spread over top of macaroni.
  • Bake uncovered in 375 degree oven for 25-40 minutes until browned to desired doneness.
  • Enjoy! Makes great leftovers!
  • *Cheese should be 3 Cups Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar and 2 Cups Reduced Fat Mexican Four Cheese Blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 3.1, Sodium 930.9, Carbohydrate 76.8, Fiber 8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 18.2

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