By Mayo Clinic Staff

Dietitian's tip:

This healthier version of macaroni and cheese has more fiber and less fat but still delivers the desired cheesy flavor and creamy texture.

Number of servings

Serves 10
  1. Weight management
  2. Meatless
  3. Healthy-carb
  4. Diabetes meal plan

Ingredients

  1. 1 package (14.5 ounces) whole-wheat elbow macaroni
  2. 1 1/2 cups fat-free cottage cheese
  3. 2 tablespoons canola oil
  4. 1/2 cup flour
  5. 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  6. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  7. 2 cups skim milk
  8. 2 cups reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  9. 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
  10. Fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Directions

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, blend cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth. Set aside.

In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine oil, flour, pepper and garlic powder. Stir until mixed. Gradually stir in the milk and bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes or until thickened and smooth. Add cottage cheese and cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.

Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray. After the macaroni has been cooked and drained, place it in the prepared dish. Pour the cheese mixture over the macaroni and mix until blended. Bake at 350 F for about 30 minutes, or until heated through. Top with tomatoes just before serving.

Nutritional analysis per serving

Serving size: 1 cup

  • Total carbohydrate 43 g
  • Dietary fiber 4 g
  • Sodium 327 mg
  • Saturated fat 4 g
  • Total fat 8 g
  • Trans fat 0 g
  • Cholesterol 18 mg
  • Protein 18 g
  • Monounsaturated fat 2 g
  • Calories 316
  • Added sugars 0 g
  • Total sugars 8 g
Aug. 29, 2019