FAMILY-FAVORITE MACARONI AND CHEESE (LIGHTER RECIPE)

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No need to use a box mix when mac and cheese is as simple--and delicious--as this!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (7 ounces)
2 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups fat-free (skim) milk
1 1/2 cups reduced-fat shredded or cubed sharp Cheddar cheese (6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook macaroni as directed on package.
  • While macaroni is cooking, melt margarine in 3-quart saucepan over low heat. Stir in flour, salt, pepper, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Cook over medium low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in cheese. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted.
  • Drain macaroni. Gently stir macaroni into cheese sauce. Pour into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg

Anissa McGillivary
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This recipe is a must-try for any macaroni and cheese lover. It's the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy, and flavorful.


Rizwan Afridi
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I'm always looking for new macaroni and cheese recipes to try, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Retn Retn
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's cheesy, creamy, and oh-so-satisfying.


Abdirahman Jamac
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I love that this recipe uses whole wheat pasta. It makes me feel like I'm eating a healthier version of my favorite comfort food.


Empress Guddies
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. I'm so glad I found it!


Lilmally Babie
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I made this macaroni and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Eyad Shaheen
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My kids are picky eaters, but they all loved this macaroni and cheese. It's definitely a new family favorite!


lom vai11
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for ways to make healthier meals for my family, and this macaroni and cheese fits the bill perfectly.


Kelo Ngwenya
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect.


LeHasT
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This macaroni and cheese recipe is a game-changer! It's so creamy and flavorful, yet it's still light and healthy. My family loved it, and I'm sure yours will too.