Classic Macaroni and Cheese

This recipe proves you don’t have to give up your favorite dishes to eat heart healthy meals. Here’s a lower-fat version of a true classic.

• Yield: 8 servings 
• Serving size: ½ cup
•  Calories 200 
• Total Fat 4 g 
• Saturated Fat 2 g 
• Cholesterol 34 mg 
• Sodium 120 mg 
• Total Fiber 1 g 
• Protein 11 g 
• Carbohydrates 29 g 
• Potassium 119 mg

Ingredients

• 2 cups macaroni
• 2 cups onions, chopped
• 2 cups evaporated fat-free milk
• 1 medium egg, beaten
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1¼ cups low-fat cheddar cheese, finely shredded
• nonstick cooking spray, as needed

Method

• 1.Cook macaroni according to directions—but do not add salt to the cooking water. Drain and set aside.
• 2.Spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• 3.Preheat oven to 350°F.
• 4.Lightly spray saucepan with nonstick cooking spray. Add onions to saucepan and saute for about 3 minutes.
• 5.In another bowl, combine macaroni, onions, and the rest of the ingredients and mix thoroughly.
• 6.Transfer mixture into casserole dish.
• 7.Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.