Best 3 Low Fat Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

**Macaroni and cheese**, a classic comfort food, is a dish made with macaroni pasta and a cheese sauce, often cheddar. This versatile dish can be served as a main course, side dish, or snack, and can be customized with various ingredients to suit different tastes and preferences. In this article, we present a collection of low-fat macaroni and cheese recipes that offer a healthier take on this beloved dish. Our recipes use low-fat milk, reduced-fat cheese, and whole-wheat pasta to create a lighter, yet still flavorful and satisfying macaroni and cheese. Discover a variety of recipes, including a classic baked macaroni and cheese, a creamy stovetop version, and a healthier version made with cauliflower. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and nutritional information to help you make a delicious and healthy macaroni and cheese that the whole family will enjoy.

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LOW-FAT MACARONI AND CHEESE

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"When I want a super side dish that's real old-fashioned comfort food, I make a batch of this macaroni and cheese," notes field editor Joanie Elbourn of Gardner, Massachusetts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup fat-free milk
1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2/3 cup fat-free cottage cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Pepper to taste
2-1/2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon grated onion
Paprika

Steps:

In a blender or food processor, combine the milk, cheeses, flour and pepper. Cover and process until creamy. Pour into a bowl; stir in macaroni and onion. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LOW FAT MEXICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE

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Found this in a Weight Watcher's cookbook of recipes from the magazine in 2000. This is fast to make and has a nice flavour. Not a zingy dish, but the kids and I enjoyed it. 2/3 of a cup is 3 WW points.

Provided by ladypit

Categories Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
5 ounces light processed cheese (Light Velveeta)
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

Boil water for the macaroni. Cook the noodles in the water until done, usually 7-9 minutes.
While the noodles are cooking cube the cheese.
When the noodles are done drain them and then return to the pan.
Add the cubed cheese and taco seasoning. Stir well, until the cheese is melted.
When melted, add the salsa and serve.

CREAMY BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE - NOT LOW FAT!

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Combined a few recipes together and this is the BEST I came up with. Cheesy - Creamy Crusty top and easy to reheat with putting a little bit more milk into and on top of the leftovers and covering with foil putting back into the oven for 1/2 hour

Provided by Cathy Pete

Categories Pasta Shells

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb medium shell macaroni noodles
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup flour
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1 egg, beaten
8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
1 lb processed cheese, cut into cubes like Velveeta cheese
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

Boil noodles according to package.
After noodles are drained and have cooled for a few minutes, put them in a big bowl and mix with beaten egg.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Grease 9x13 pan.
In a pan cook butter, salt, pepper, ground mustard and flour and stir until smooth.
Remove from heat add milk, return to heat and bring to a boil.
Boil 1 minute.
Remove from heat and add cheeses, stir until melted.
Pour over noodles that are in a bowl stir, pour into greased pan and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until top is golden brown and crusty!

Tips:

Use low-fat or non-fat milk and cheese to reduce the fat content of the dish.
Add vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots, to the macaroni and cheese to increase its nutritional value.
Use whole wheat or whole grain macaroni to make the dish more filling and nutritious.
Season the macaroni and cheese with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
Top the macaroni and cheese with a breadcrumb or cracker crumb topping for a crispy texture.
Bake the macaroni and cheese in a casserole dish for a gooey, bubbly texture.
Serve the macaroni and cheese with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Low-fat macaroni and cheese is a delicious and comforting dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can make a low-fat macaroni and cheese that is both healthy and satisfying. So next time you're craving macaroni and cheese, give this recipe a try!