MAKEOVER CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE

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With its creamy consistency and two different cheeses, this entree captures the essence of comfort food. But here's the kicker: it's been slimmed down for you so you can enjoy it without over indulging. -Darcie Zerniak, Ontario, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1/2 pound reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Reduce heat; stir in the sour cream, process cheese, Parmesan, mustard and pepper until smooth. , Drain macaroni; stir in cheddar cheese. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Add cream sauce and mix well. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 842mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Doris Mbondo
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cheese sauce is so rich and creamy, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


DJ DYLAN
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Eyad Shalash
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Debbie Baker
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This was the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce was so rich and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Sharon Kibaara
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I love that I can customize the recipe to my liking, by adding different cheeses or seasonings.


mhmd suliman
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


legend beast
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe was really good. The cheese sauce was rich and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Tyler Bickford
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Tatianna Escobar
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cheese sauce is so rich and creamy, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Daniel Lazzy
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


ImaybeA Orange
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Shitil Biswas
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This was the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce was so rich and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ruby Akonnor
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I love that I can customize the recipe to my liking, by adding different cheeses or seasonings.


Leonard
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


vincent matovu
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe was really good. The cheese sauce was rich and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Wizy Naso
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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