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Classic Macaroni and Cheese

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Course Side Dish
Keyword easy, make-ahead, work-lunch, holiday, quick, kids-lunch, holiday sides, cheddar cheese, milk, onion, soul food, macaroni and cheese
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 230

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat macaroni
  • 2 cups onions (chopped)
  • 2 cups reduced fat evaporated milk
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 1/4 cups low fat cheddar cheese (finely shredded)

Instructions

  • Cook macaroni according to directions—but do not add salt to the cooking water. Drain and set aside.
  • Spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Lightly spray saucepan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Add onions to saucepan and sauté for about 3 minutes.
  • Combine macaroni, onions, and the rest of the ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • Transfer mixture into casserole dish.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 72IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 2mg