HEALTHIER BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE
This dish was developed for the *Make it Healthier Game* and based on 3KillerB's Recipe #208573. My sister in law's mother also makes a custard based macaroni and cheese so I was interested in the chance to work on a version that while not low-fat, certainly lower than most dishes of this sort. Use the sharpest cheddar or other cheese you can find for best results. The zucchini is a nice way to add extra volume to the dish without adding calories. If your family is averse to green, peel the zucchini first.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Cheese
Time 57m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions but two minutes less than suggested by the directions. Add the zucchini bites and cook an additional minute. Drain and rinse.
- Place 1/4 cup of your skim milk into a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the powdered milk and dry mustard until there are no lumps. This step enriches the milk without adding fat. Now whisk in the corn starch until there are no lumps and the milk is warmed but not hot. Add in the remaining milk and turn off the heat. Mix in the egg substitute. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Guessing paprika, onion or garlic powder might be nice here as well.
- Prepare a 9 inch square pan with a coating of butter flavored cooking spray.
- After grating the cheese, reserve 1/4 of the amount for the top.
- Place 1/3 of the pasta and zucchini into the bottom of your baking dish. Cover with 1/2 of the remaining cheese. Repeat, with a second layer of pasta and cheese. Place the final third of pasta on top and cover with the reserved cheese.
- Pour custard into the casserole dish. You want this liquid to come within about 1/2 inch of the top of the pan. The shape and size of the dish may require more or less -- just keep the proportion of 1/2 cup egg substitute and 1 tablespoon dry milk for each cup of skim milk.
- Bake at 350 for 40-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean of custard (it might be a bit cheesy).
- Tip from 3KillerB's: this is apt to overflow a little if you got the custard too far up to the top. Best to bake it on the upper rack with a baking sheet on the rack below to catch any drips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 397.4, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 22.9
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Adnan cheema
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's a healthier version of a classic comfort food. I feel good about feeding it to my family.
Moses Protter
[email protected]This is the best baked macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.
Hama Hashm
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of baked macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and cheesy, I couldn't get enough of it.
Heather Bedard
[email protected]This baked macaroni and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and just the right amount of crispy.
Tom Jones _wood
[email protected]The reduced-fat cheese in this recipe doesn't sacrifice any flavor. It's still creamy and cheesy, just without all the extra calories.
Hazaray Di Awaz
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses whole wheat pasta. It makes the dish more nutritious and filling.
CYB3R BL4D3S
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta.
Paro Mandal
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to bring to potlucks or parties.
Amir barywaal
[email protected]This baked macaroni and cheese is a hit with my family! They love the creamy cheese sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping.
Dirah Ellis
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a healthier way to enjoy my favorite comfort food.
Tahir Tanoli
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for healthier versions of my favorite comfort foods, and this one definitely fits the bill.
JAADDS
[email protected]I made this for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.
Tecla Mwango
[email protected]This is the best baked macaroni and cheese I've ever had! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the whole wheat pasta makes it feel more wholesome.
Ahmed Hannatu
[email protected]I tried this recipe and it was delicious! The whole wheat pasta gave it a nice nutty flavor and the reduced-fat cheese was still creamy and flavorful.
SalmaN Ray
[email protected]This baked macaroni and cheese is a healthier version of the classic comfort food. It's made with whole wheat pasta, low-fat milk, and reduced-fat cheddar cheese, so you can enjoy it without guilt.