Classic Macaroni and Cheese
Adapted from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health, US Department of Health and Human Services
Low-fat cheese and skim milk help to make this favorite dish heart healthy.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | ½ cup |
| Calories | 200 |
| Total Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 34 mg |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
Ingredients and Preparation TOP
| Ingredients | Measures |
|---|
| Macaroni | 2 cups |
| Onions, chopped | ½ cup |
| Evaporated skim milk | ½ cup |
| Medium egg, beaten | 1 |
| Black pepper | ¼ teaspoon |
| Sharp cheddar cheese (4 ounce), finely shredded, low fat | 1¼ cups |
| Nonstick cooking oil spray |
| Water |
- Directions
- Cook macaroni according to directions. (Do not add salt to the cooking
water.) Drain and set aside.
- Spray a casserole dish with nonstick cooking oil spray.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Lightly spray saucepan with nonstick cooking oil spray.
- Add onions to saucepan and sauté for about 3 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine macaroni, onions, and the remaining ingredients
and mix thoroughly.
- Transfer mixture into casserole dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before
serving.