LIGHTER MAC AND CHEESE WITH TOMATOES

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I have a full fat version of this posted, this one is equally as good and safe for weight watchers. I came up with it on the weight watchers website and if serving 4 people it is 5 points per serving.

Provided by Red Chef Mama

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups diced tomatoes, canned, drained
1 1/2 cups macaroni, uncooked
1 cup fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup fat free sour cream
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs, plain

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cook macaroni in boiling (not salted) water until al dente.
  • Drain macaroni, place back in pot and add the sour cream, stir well.
  • Add the tomatoes to the noodles and mix.
  • Add the cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of the parmesan and stir until well mixed.
  • Pour noodle mixture into square casserole dish.
  • Mix the remaining parmesan and bread crumbs and sprinkle on top of the casserole.
  • Bake until bubbly and brown (20-30 minutes) and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.7, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 462.5, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 8.6, Protein 11

Christopher Gaul
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Overall, this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and it tasted good. I would definitely make it again.


DJ Hughes
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This was a good recipe, but I think it could have been better if I had used a different type of pasta. The penne pasta that I used was a bit too soft for my liking.


Dina Chaba
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This recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a recipe with less cheese.


A Gamer
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The tomatoes in this recipe made the mac and cheese a bit too watery for my liking. I think I would have preferred a recipe without tomatoes.


bobireksi Llapushi
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I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated. There are a lot of steps and ingredients involved. I think I would have preferred a simpler recipe.


Bijoy Kumar
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This was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added some more spices or herbs.


Ali Sad
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for potlucks and parties. I usually double the recipe because it goes so fast!


terrie pemberton
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This is one of my favorite mac and cheese recipes. It's so creamy and cheesy, but the tomatoes add a nice light and fresh flavor. I always get compliments on it when I make it.


Quentin Victoria
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of pasta, cheese, and vegetables, and it's always been delicious. It's a great way to use up leftovers, too.


Income Climbers Club
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This was a really easy recipe to follow. I'm not a great cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. It was also really tasty!


Tooba Mairaj
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I made this recipe last night and it turned out great! I used whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese, and it was still delicious. My husband and kids loved it.


Arij Altaf
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This lighter take on mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The tomatoes added a tangy flavor that balanced the creaminess of the cheese. It was also a great way to sneak in some extra veggies.


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