Dinner

Everyday Macaroni and Cheese is for Dinner.

Everyday Macaroni and Cheese takes several minutes to prepare.

Everyday Macaroni and Cheese takes several minutes to cook.

Everyday Macaroni and Cheese makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Everyday Macaroni and Cheese are:

1/2 pound whole wheat elbow macaroni (about 2 cups)
1 12 oz. can 2% reduced-fat evaporated milk
3/4 cup fat-free milk
1/4 t dry mustard
1/8 t garlic powder or celery salt (optional)
1 pinch cayenne powder
2 t cornstarch
8 oz. Cabot 50% reduced-fat sharp cheddar, shredded

Here is how you make Everyday Macaroni and Cheese:

Makes 4 1-cup servingsCook pasta in salted boiling water according to the package directions. Drain, set aside.Combine evaporated milk, 1/2 c of the milk, mustard powder, garlic powder or celery salt, cayenne, and 1/2 t salt to a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Whisk the cornstarch with the remaining 1/4 c milk, then whisk it into the simmering mixture. Continue to simmer, whisking constantly, until it has thickened and smooth (about 2 minutes).Remove from heat, and gradually whisk in the shredded cheddar until melted and smooth. Stir in the macaroni, and let sit off the heat until the sauce has thickened slightly (2-5 minutes) before serving.Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user KATYDIDKNITS.

The nutritional information for Everyday Macaroni and Cheese is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 424.9

• Total Fat: 10.5 g
• Cholesterol: 45.0 mg
• Sodium: 483.6 mg
• Total Carbs: 54.6 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5.0 g
• Protein: 29.5 g