An easy recipe for a homemade classic. The key to keeping the sauce creamy is to melt the cheese at a low heat while stirring constantly. Serve with a good portion of steamed veggies for a complete meal that no one can complain about.
Ingredients
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ cup evaporated skim milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 4 oz low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole wheat macaroni, cooked
Steps
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Lightly spray saucepan with nonstick cooking spray. Sauté onions over medium heat until soft (4-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat and add the milk, egg, pepper, and cheese. Stir constantly until cheese is melted and thoroughly incorporated.
- Mix the cheese mixture with the macaroni and transfer mixture into casserole dish. Bake until bubbly (20-25 minutes).
Tips
If your family doesn't like their mac & cheese baked, go ahead and skip the baking step and eat it right out of the pan.
Comments
Photo courtesy of Guiding Stars
This recipe is
- Vegetarian