Side Dishes

Lighter Homemade Mac 'n' Cheese

Anna Nienhuis
July 19, 2013
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Homemade macaroni and cheese with a secret ingredient that makes it both creamier AND healthier!

8
3 cups dry macaroni
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp flour
1 tsp dried mustard (optional)
1 tsp salt
1 cup milk
1 cup chicken broth
1¼ cups spaghetti squash puree (see note)
125 g (1/2 a pkg) cream cheese
2 cups lightly packed grated cheddar cheese, preferably sharp cheddar
½ tsp black pepper
3 Tbsp chives (optional)
Prepare pasta according to package directions and drain. While it cooks, melt butter over medium heat in a large saucepan. Whisk in flour, dried mustard, and salt until combined. Pour in milk and chicken...
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Nutritions

Calories
12731

Sodium
12189mg
507% DV

Fat
1076g
1656% DV

Protein
229g
458% DV

Carbs
184g
62% DV

Fiber
39g
156% DV
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