Best 3 Low Fat Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

Comfort food does not always have to be unhealthy. Mac and cheese is one of the most beloved dishes. You can make a healthier version of this classic dish by cutting back on the fat. Low fat macaroni and cheese is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. The key to making a great low fat mac and cheese is to use a good quality cheese and to cook the macaroni perfectly. You can also add other healthy ingredients, such as vegetables or lean protein, to make the dish more nutritious.

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LOW-FAT MACARONI AND CHEESE

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"When I want a super side dish that's real old-fashioned comfort food, I make a batch of this macaroni and cheese," notes field editor Joanie Elbourn of Gardner, Massachusetts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup fat-free milk
1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2/3 cup fat-free cottage cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Pepper to taste
2-1/2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon grated onion
Paprika

Steps:

In a blender or food processor, combine the milk, cheeses, flour and pepper. Cover and process until creamy. Pour into a bowl; stir in macaroni and onion. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LOW FAT MEXICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE

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Found this in a Weight Watcher's cookbook of recipes from the magazine in 2000. This is fast to make and has a nice flavour. Not a zingy dish, but the kids and I enjoyed it. 2/3 of a cup is 3 WW points.

Provided by ladypit

Categories Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
5 ounces light processed cheese (Light Velveeta)
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

Boil water for the macaroni. Cook the noodles in the water until done, usually 7-9 minutes.
While the noodles are cooking cube the cheese.
When the noodles are done drain them and then return to the pan.
Add the cubed cheese and taco seasoning. Stir well, until the cheese is melted.
When melted, add the salsa and serve.

CREAMY BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE - NOT LOW FAT!

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Combined a few recipes together and this is the BEST I came up with. Cheesy - Creamy Crusty top and easy to reheat with putting a little bit more milk into and on top of the leftovers and covering with foil putting back into the oven for 1/2 hour

Provided by Cathy Pete

Categories Pasta Shells

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb medium shell macaroni noodles
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup flour
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1 egg, beaten
8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
1 lb processed cheese, cut into cubes like Velveeta cheese
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

Boil noodles according to package.
After noodles are drained and have cooled for a few minutes, put them in a big bowl and mix with beaten egg.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Grease 9x13 pan.
In a pan cook butter, salt, pepper, ground mustard and flour and stir until smooth.
Remove from heat add milk, return to heat and bring to a boil.
Boil 1 minute.
Remove from heat and add cheeses, stir until melted.
Pour over noodles that are in a bowl stir, pour into greased pan and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until top is golden brown and crusty!

Tips:

Use low-fat or nonfat milk and cheese to reduce the fat content of the dish.
Add vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots, to the macaroni and cheese to increase the nutritional value.
Use whole-wheat macaroni or pasta to add fiber to the dish.
Bake the macaroni and cheese in the oven instead of microwaving it to create a crispier crust.
Top the macaroni and cheese with a breadcrumb or cracker crumb topping for added texture and flavor.

Conclusion:

Low-fat macaroni and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can create a healthier version of this classic comfort food that is still full of flavor.

Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, low-fat macaroni and cheese is sure to be a hit. So next time you are craving macaroni and cheese, give one of these recipes a try.