LOW CARB MACARONI AND CHEESE

Low Carb Macaroni and Cheese image

Provided by Demandy

Categories Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces dreamfields elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup chopped white onion
1 minced garlic clove
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
nonstick cooking spray
2 pieces Laughing Cow cheese, wedges swiss (optional)
1 cup low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
4 -6 mushrooms (optional)
low-fat hot dog, sliced (optional)

Steps:

Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat; sauté onion, garlic and mushrooms for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add half & half and milk, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9x9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Toss pasta and sauce together. Add cheeses and optional hot dog slices; stir until well blended and pour into casserole dish. Top with Parmesan.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.