Side DishesJuly 19, 2013
Calories
12731
Sodium
12189mg
507% DV
Fat
1076g
1656% DV
Protein
229g
458% DV
Carbs
184g
62% DV
Fiber
39g
156% DV
Lighter Homemade Mac 'n' Cheese
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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)
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
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat707g3537%
Polysaturated Fat52g330%
Monosaturated Fat316g1976%
Cholesterol4033mg1353%
Sodium12189mg507%
Potassium5281mg150%
Protein229g458%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber39g156%
Sugar119g239%
Vitamin A49331IU986%
Vitamin B61mg69%
Vitamin C40mg68%
Calcium3788mg378%
Iron15mg86%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.