BAKED COCONUT MAC N CHEESE

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I got this recipe online and fell in love with the flavors. I soon found that a few adjustments and ingredient changes made this dish irresistible. I will never go back to making traditional Baked Macaroni and Cheese! I hope you all enjoy this side as we have.

Provided by Desiree Stone

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

PASTA
8 oz whole wheat elbows
8 oz cabot sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
SAUCE
2 Tbsp organic coconut oil
2 Tbsp unbleached flour
1/2 Tbsp ground mustard
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp pepper
1/2 c heavy cream
1 1/2 c unsweetened almond milk
TOPPING
1 pkg ritz crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • 2. Cook pasta according to package directions (al dente). Note: Make sure pasta water is salted well to prevent sticky pasta.
  • 3. Combine oil and flour in a small sauce pan until smooth. Add remaining ingredients. Stirring constantly, bring to a slight boil or simmer. Remove from heat when slighly thickened.
  • 4. Drain pasta, return to pot and add shredded cheese. Put pasta into baking dish and pour sauce over top.
  • 5. Top with crushed ritz crackers and bake for 30 minutes. After baking, let set for 5 minutes and serve.

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