Ingredients
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1 (16 ounce) package whole wheat macaroni (such as Smart Taste®)
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups shredded low-fat Cheddar cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3 cups low-fat (1%) milk
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2 tablespoons butter
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½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
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1 pinch paprika
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
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Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux. Slowly add milk to roux, stirring constantly. Stir in Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and sauce is thick, about 3 minutes. Place macaroni in large baking dish and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.
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Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and stir until butter is absorbed, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread over macaroni to cover. Sprinkle with paprika.
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Bake in preheated oven until cheese sauce is hot and breadcrumbs are browned, about 30 minutes.
Editor's Note:
This recipe is a healthier version of Homemade Mac and Cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
770 | Calories |
22g | Fat |
107g | Carbs |
43g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 770 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 22g | 29% |
Saturated Fat 13g | 66% |
Cholesterol 60mg | 20% |
Sodium 750mg | 33% |
Total Carbohydrate 107g | 39% |
Dietary Fiber 11g | 38% |
Total Sugars 10g | |
Protein 43g | 85% |
Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
Calcium 624mg | 48% |
Iron 5mg | 29% |
Potassium 621mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.