Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that many people may enjoy. However, if you're looking to reduce your cholesterol intake, the traditional recipe may not be the best choice. The good news is that there are many ways to make a delicious macaroni and cheese dish that is also low in cholesterol. This article will provide some tips for making a healthier version of this classic dish, as well as several recipes that are both tasty and heart-healthy.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
LOW-FAT MACARONI AND CHEESE
"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
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
MACARONI & CHEESE ( LOW CHOLESTEROL)
Make and share this Macaroni & Cheese ( Low Cholesterol) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Teri8551
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil macaroni in salted water, according to package.
- Drain.
- Set oven at 375°F.
- Melt butter in saucepan.
- Add flour, mix until smooth.
- Add milk.
- Stir constantly until smooth and thick.
- Add cheese, add additional salt (if desired) and pepper.
- After mixture is thick and smooth, add cooked macaroni and mix thoroughly.
- Pour into greased 2 quart casserole dish. (Make sure you use low cholesterol oil), OR spray with PAM.
- Top with slices of low cholesterol cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and take off aluminum foil or lid and bake for another 15 minutes or until golden brown.
YUMMY LOW-FAT MAC & CHEESE
Make and share this Yummy Low-Fat Mac & Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Absolutely Bananas
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Coat 2 quart casserole with nonstick spray. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Melt butter in medium saucepan. stir in flour, mustard, paprika, and salt. slowly pour in milk, whisking continuously until there are no lumps in the flour. continue to stir with whisk, raise the heat, and cook until milk bubbles and thickens. Remove from stovetop and stir in sour cream, egg, and cheese.
- Toss macaroni and the cheese mixture together in a bowl and then pour it into the casserole. Top with the cornflake crumbs. Set in the oven and bake for 20 min, or until bubbling around edges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.8, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 41.1, Sodium 271.9, Carbohydrate 41.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 6.9, Protein 11.1
SKINNY MACARONI AND CHEESE
59% less fat • 54% less sat fat • 24% fewer calories than the original recipe. Make it "my mac and cheese" with simple changes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 3-quart saucepan, cook and drain macaroni as directed on package. Return to saucepan; cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 2-quart saucepan, stir milk, flour, mustard, salt, black pepper and red pepper with wire whisk until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese until melted.
- Add cheese sauce to cooked macaroni; mix well. Spoon into baking dish.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
HEALTHIER HOMEMADE MAC AND CHEESE
To make this rich mac and cheese recipe healthier we use whole wheat bread crumbs, low-fat milk and cheese, whole wheat noodles, and reduced the amount of butter. Serve with a salad for a healthy meatless dinner.
Provided by MakeItHealthy
Categories Pasta and Noodles Noodle Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux. Slowly add milk to roux, stirring constantly. Stir in Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and sauce is thick, about 3 minutes. Place macaroni in large baking dish and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and stir until butter is absorbed, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread over macaroni to cover. Sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake in preheated oven until cheese sauce is hot and breadcrumbs are browned, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 770.4 calories, Carbohydrate 106.6 g, Cholesterol 60.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 750.2 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
Tips:
- Use low-fat or non-fat milk and cheese. This will help to reduce the cholesterol content of your macaroni and cheese.
- Choose whole-wheat macaroni. Whole-wheat macaroni is a good source of fiber, which can help to lower cholesterol.
- Add vegetables to your macaroni and cheese. Vegetables are low in cholesterol and high in nutrients, so they can help to make your macaroni and cheese healthier.
- Bake your macaroni and cheese instead of frying it. Baking is a healthier cooking method than frying, as it doesn't require any added oil.
- Make your macaroni and cheese ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld together and will make it easier to reheat later.
Conclusion:
Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can make a macaroni and cheese that is both delicious and healthy. So next time you're craving macaroni and cheese, don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and cooking methods to create a dish that you'll love.
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