The Easiest Fat Free Macaroni and Cheese Around
Discover comfort food made guilt-free with *The Easiest Fat-Free Macaroni and Cheese Around*! This quick and healthy twist on a classic serves up creamy, indulgent flavor without the extra calories. Made with fat-free milk and sharp fat-free cheddar cheese, it delivers rich, cheesy goodness while keeping it light. A touch of Dijon mustard and seasonings like garlic powder and black pepper add depth, while cornstarch ensures a velvety-smooth sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome dish is perfect for busy weeknights or satisfying cravings. Garnish with paprika for an optional pop of color and serve warm for a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
- 2 cups Fat-free milk
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 cups Fat-free sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup of fat-free milk and the cornstarch until smooth and lump-free.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and gradually whisk in the remaining fat-free milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
Lower the heat and add the shredded fat-free sharp cheddar cheese to the thickened milk mixture, one handful at a time, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well incorporated.
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, gently stirring to coat evenly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the macaroni and cheese sit for a minute or two to thicken further.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of paprika for a pop of color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.6 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 3898 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.4 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2251 mg | 173% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1096 mg | 23% | |
*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.
