LOWER FAT MACARONI AND SIX CHEESES

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I tried this modification of my usual Mac and Cheese while looking for something satisfying that was not so bad for me! I think it turned out pretty well. I hope you will try it and let me know what you think.

Provided by Kiss The Cook

Categories     Macaroni And Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb pasta, regular (I like shells, but elbow macaroni or other shapes will work) or 1 lb whole wheat pasta (I like shells, but elbow macaroni or other shapes will work)
2 tablespoons Smart Balance butter spread
3/4 cup fat free milk
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, grated
1 pinch salt and pepper
1/2 cup fat free ricotta cheese
8 ounces fat free cream cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
4 slices fat free swiss cheese (singles)
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup fat free cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Boil pasta in water until al dente, drain and set aside.
  • Melt spread in a medium saucepan over med high heat.
  • Whisk in flour to make a light roux.
  • Add in 3/4 cup fat free milk, cream cheese, ricotta cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Whisk together until smooth.
  • Add fat free swiss cheese slices, continuing to whisk into a smooth sauce. Pour sauce over drained pasta, mixing well.
  • Place all into a baking dish sprayed with non stick spray.
  • Top with shredded fat free and regular cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Bake at 350 approximately 40 minutes or until bubbly and browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.9, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 35.8, Sodium 339.1, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 20.6

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