Vegetarian

Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese takes several minutes to prepare.

Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese takes several minutes to cook.

Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese are:

-1 1/2 C. Organic Whole Wheat Penne Pasta or Elbow Macaroni
-1 1/2 C. Shredded reduced fat Cheese
-1 C. Nonfat Milk, nonfat
-1/2 C. Chickpeas pureed
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1/8 tsp. Garlic powder
-1/8 tsp. Paprika
-1/8 tsp Black or White Pepper

Here is how you make Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese:

1. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain in a colander2. While the macaroni is cooking combine the milk and the beans in a food processor and process until pureed. 3. Coat a large sauce pan with cooking spray and set it over medium heat. Add the bean mixture to the pan and cook, stirring until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the cheese and cook until melted and creamy, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Stir in the salt, garlic power, paprika, and pepper. Stir in the macaroni and serve warm.Can be served as the main course or as a side dish. Add some broccoli, spinach or cauliflower if desired. Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user KCLIVEOUTLOUD.

The nutritional information for Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 283.1

• Total Fat: 7.2 g
• Cholesterol: 23.7 mg
• Sodium: 614.9 mg
• Total Carbs: 32.0 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.9 g
• Protein: 19.6 g