Contributed By: bluther
Why Milk
Cheesy and delicious!
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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Rice, Pasta & Bread
Egg & Cheese
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Special Features: Kids can help make it
Kids can help make it
Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Entree
Ingredients
2 cups Uncooked elbow macaroni (7 oz)
2 1/2 cups Fat free milk
1 tablespoon Butter
3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Dry mustard
2 cups Shredded reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup Shredded reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese (optional topping)
Preparation
Preheat oven to 375. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
Meanwhile, heat milk and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour, salt and dry mustard and simmer for 1 minute, whisking occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in 2 cups of the cheese until melted. Add drained macaroni to saucepan and toss with cheese sauce. Transfer mixture to an 8-in or 9-in square baking dish.
Bake, uncovered, until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Cook's Notes
Variation: to add some color and nutrition, saute some chopped red pepper and broccoli florets in the butter before adding the milk and flour for a more gourmet version of this comforting creation.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 431
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Total Fat: 18.8 g
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Saturated Fat: 12.1 g
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Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
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Carbohydrates: 34 g
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Protein: 26.8 g
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Vitamin A: 1085 IU
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Vitamin C: 1 mg
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Calcium: 666 mg
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Sodium: 1007 mg
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Iron: 1.5 mg
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Fiber: 0.9 g