Main Dishes
Calories
512
Sodium
1305mg
54% DV
Fat
33g
51% DV
Protein
28g
56% DV
Carbs
36g
12% DV
Fiber
8g
32% DV
Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
January 27, 2014
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Mac and cheese made SO easy by using a slow cooker. This version also adds a veggie to the sauce to make it good for you, without tasting it at all.
10
•2? c butternut squash puree (I used frozen, entirely thawed)
•4 c unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
•16 oz whole wheat or high fiber pasta (small, such as shells or macaroni)
•3 – 4 c reduced fat sharp cheddar, shredded
•1½ tsp salt, to taste
•¼ tsp pepper
•1 tsp garlic powder
•1 tsp dried parsley
•4 c unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
•16 oz whole wheat or high fiber pasta (small, such as shells or macaroni)
•3 – 4 c reduced fat sharp cheddar, shredded
•1½ tsp salt, to taste
•¼ tsp pepper
•1 tsp garlic powder
•1 tsp dried parsley
1.Spritz large slow cooker with nonstick spray.
2.In the slow cooker, whisk together butternut squash puree and almond milk until there are no chunks remaining. Add the pasta, cheese, and seasonings and mix...
See the full directions on my site
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions
Calories
512
Sodium
1305mg
54% DV
Fat
33g
51% DV
Protein
28g
56% DV
Carbs
36g
12% DV
Fiber
8g
32% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Polysaturated Fat 3g 23%
Monosaturated Fat 10g 64%
Cholesterol 87mg 29%
Sodium 1305mg 54%
Potassium 218mg 6%
Protein 28g 56%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 3g 7%
Vitamin A 1400IU 28%
Vitamin B6 2mg 148%
Vitamin C 4mg 6%
Calcium 600mg 60%
Iron 3mg 21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.