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Healthy Mac and Cheese Recipe

A healthier take on classic mac and cheese using whole wheat pasta and reduced sodium broth. Creamy, comforting, and easy to make!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter salted
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard condiment
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • to taste Ground black pepper
  • 1 cup marble or cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese shredded

Method
 

  1. In a medium pot, add broth, milk, butter, garlic powder, mustard, salt, ground black pepper and bring to a boil.
  2. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring every few minutes. Cook until al dente, adding more milk or broth if needed.
  3. Turn off heat. Add marble cheese and Parmesan cheese in portions and stir between each until melted.
  4. Serve immediately.
  5. Top with your favorite hot sauce, everything bagel, Montreal steak spice, paprika, nutmeg, soy sauce and even honey. Or with leftover chopped baked turkey bacon. I like to bake mine at 425 degrees F for 20 minutes. Way less mess.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a blend of cheeses. You can also add vegetables like broccoli or peas.