REDUCED FAT MAC AND CHEESE

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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups small dry elbow macaroni
Cooking spray
3 tablespoons King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
2 cups low-fat 1% milk
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Pinch of ground red pepper (cayenne)
Dash of Worcestershire sauce
2 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese
8 ounces Cabot 50% Reduced Fat Cheddar, grated & divided (about 2 cups)
1/3 cup Italian-flavored or plain dry breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain well.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2 1/2-quart baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Place flour in a large saucepan over medium heat, gradually whisking in milk. Add mustard, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, red pepper and Worcestershire. Continue cooking until sauce thickens, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese until well blended; add 2/3 of shredded cheese and stir until melted. Add macaroni, stirring until well coated. Pour into prepared baking dish.
  • Toss remaining shredded cheese with breadcrumbs and sprinkle over top of macaroni; spray with cooking spray.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden on top and bubbling throughout.

Md Aminul islan Arafat
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This recipe is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Mankala Ghimire
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I'm always looking for new ways to get my kids to eat their vegetables. This recipe is a great way to sneak in some extra veggies without them even noticing.


Mawande Chamane
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I'm a college student on a budget, so I appreciate that this recipe is so affordable. It's a great way to get a hearty and delicious meal without breaking the bank.


James Pepe
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. I always have some on hand, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use it for.


Zuly Vazquez
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I made this recipe in my slow cooker. It turned out perfectly! So easy and convenient.


Asim Mujahid
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I'm allergic to milk, so I used a dairy-free cheese alternative. The mac and cheese still turned out great!


Elias Habre
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This recipe is way too complicated. I ended up just throwing everything in a pot and hoping for the best.


Suleman Mandoze
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my mac and cheese turned out watery. I'm not sure what went wrong.


rahul Mollik
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra cheese and spices next time.


Lewis V
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I'm not a huge fan of reduced-fat cheese, but this recipe was actually pretty good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Niya Williams
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it.


Neal Drennon
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This recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and my kids love it.


its barkot
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I've tried a lot of different mac and cheese recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect amount of flavor.


M Ubaid Malik
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I was skeptical at first, but this recipe is actually really good! The reduced-fat cheese doesn't make it taste bland at all.


ibrahim auwal
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This was such a hit with my family! My kids couldn't get enough of it.


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