Creamy Pasta and Cheese Ww Style
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this 'Creamy Pasta and Cheese WW Style' recipe, a lighter twist on the classic mac and cheese that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Made with wholesome whole wheat pasta and a velvety cheese sauce crafted from low-fat cheddar, reduced-fat cream cheese, and unsweetened almond milk, this dish strikes a perfect balance between indulgence and health-conscious eating. A touch of spicy brown mustard and garlic powder adds depth, while fresh parsley offers a bright, aromatic garnish. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for satisfying cravings, this creamy pasta recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a comforting meal prep option. Healthy, cheesy, and irresistibly creamy—this is feel-good food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams whole wheat pasta (elbow or penne)
- 240 milliliters unsweetened almond milk
- 120 grams low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 60 grams reduced-fat cream cheese
- 10 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the all-purpose flour and unsweetened almond milk to create a slurry. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Once the mixture begins to thicken (about 3–4 minutes), lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the reduced-fat cream cheese until melted and smooth.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, spicy brown mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy and velvety. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a tablespoon of the reserved pasta water at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Serve immediately while hot and creamy. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 3384 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.3 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 78.2 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1443 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 994 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
