REDUCED FAT MACARONI AND CHEESE (COOK'S COUNTRY)
Most recipes for reduced-fat macaroni and cheese fall short on taste and texture. This recipe tastes delicious, but isn't nearly as rich. Instead of using whole milk and heavy cream in this recipe, it uses skim milk thickened with a roux. Low-fat cheddar cheese and Parmesan add a complex flavor to the macaroni and cheese without the added fat. Part-skim ricotta cheese adds a creamy texture to this reduced-fat version. By making these substitutions, the calories and fat are cut by more than half. Serves 4 as a main dish, or 6-8 as a side dish. From Cook's Country. http://bit.ly/13oaie8
Provided by DrGaellon
Categories Macaroni And Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Toss bread crumbs with butter in small bowl until combined. Set aside.
- In food processor or blender, process cheddar, Parmesan, and ricotta until no large pieces of cheese remain, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl and set aside.
- Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat broiler. Bring 4 quarts water and 1 tbsp table salt (not in ingredient list) to boil in Dutch oven over high heat. Add macaroni and cook until tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain macaroni and leave in colander.
- In now-empty Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat until foaming. Add flour and mustard and cook, whisking to combine ingredients, until mixture is smooth, about 1 minute. Whisking constantly, slowly add milk and Tabasco, if using, and bring to full boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, whisking frequently, until mixture becomes slightly thicker than heavy cream, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Whisk in cheese mixture and 1/2 teaspoon salt until cheese is melted. Add pasta and cook, stirring constantly, over medium-low heat, until mixture is steaming, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to broiler-safe 8-inch-square baking dish and sprinkle with bread crumbs. Broil until crumbs are deep golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes, rotating pan if necessary for even browning. Cool 2 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.4, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 41.8, Sodium 767.5, Carbohydrate 62.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 26.9
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Princess Mano
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-delicious.
Orgilbold Altansukh
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.
Ryan Cottrell
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. It's going into my regular rotation of weeknight meals.
Azan quershi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of reduced-fat recipes, but this one is an exception. It's just as delicious as the regular version, but without all the guilt.
Jannatul Islam
[email protected]This is a great recipe for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Faryal Noman
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses whole wheat macaroni. It gives the dish a nice nutty flavor.
Khvng Vybz
[email protected]This dish is a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties and potlucks, and it's always a hit.
Charlie Bowes
[email protected]I'm always looking for ways to make my favorite comfort foods healthier. This recipe fits the bill perfectly.
Derek Owusu
[email protected]My kids gobble this up every time I make it. It's a great way to get them to eat their veggies.
Sarah Hubbold
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer for those of us who love macaroni and cheese but are trying to eat healthier.
hector mosolodi
[email protected]OMG! This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had.
Abdul Koroma
[email protected]+1 for this recipe!
Luis Felipe Herrera S.
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for those who are looking for a healthier comfort food.
Muhammad Ali kpk bannu pakistan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but I have to admit that this recipe is pretty darn good.
Kristina Kovacevic
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also perfect for potlucks and parties.
Alex Auchen
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful this dish was. I would never have guessed that it was a reduced-fat recipe.
Herbal Knowledge Ayurbed gyan
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver for those of us who are watching our weight but still want to enjoy comfort food.
Josh Alusma
[email protected]I've tried many reduced-fat macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's creamy and cheesy, without being too heavy.
Honey Villa-Real
[email protected]I made this dish last night and my family loved it! They couldn't even tell that it was a healthier version.
Fatia Kazeem
[email protected]This reduced-fat macaroni and cheese is a healthier version of the classic comfort food. It's just as delicious, but without all the guilt.