HEALTHY BAKED MACARONI & CHEESE

Healthy Baked Macaroni & Cheese image

Provided by jenlyn33922

Categories Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 1/2 cup, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb whole wheat elbow macaroni
15 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese
1 3/4 cups skim milk
1/2 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute (r)
2 teaspoons brown mustard
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
8 ounces fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup fat-free parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

I like to use the healthy choice or smart balance cheeses. Use Tabasco to taste of course--my husband likes it spicy!
Preheat oven to 375°F and spray a 9x13 or 3-quart baking dish with nonstick spray oil.
Cook macaroni according to package directions.
In a food processor or blender, mix ricotta cheese, milk, egg substitute, mustard, Tabasco sauce, salt and pepper.
Process until smooth.
Drain macaroni, return to pot and add shredded cheddar. Stir until cheese melts. Stir in ricotta mixture and scrape into prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and paprika. Sprinkle evenly over macaroni and cheese.
Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes. Serve hot.