When I say MAC you say CHEESE, MAC….CHEESE. MAC…. CHEESE ——Thanks to @skinnymom for this OHHHHH so good HEALTHY STOVETOP MAC AND CHEESE.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Yield: a 4 servings
Serving size: 1½ cups
What You’ll Need
12 oz uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni or rotini
1 ½ Tbsp light butter
¼ cup flour
¼ cup yellow onion, diced
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup skim milk
1 cup reduced-fat, shredded cheddar cheese
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions.
In a large skillet, on low heat melt butter.
Whisk in flour, keeping the butter and flour moving.
Add minced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes or until onions are translucent.
Add chicken broth and milk, continue to whisk. Raise heat to medium-high, while whisking frequently, bring sauce to a boil. After 10-12 minutes, sauce will start to thicken. Add salt and pepper and remove from heat.
Add cheese and mix until cheese is melted.
Add cooked macaroni or rotini and stir well. Serve hot! #mealideas #recipe #health #fabfreshfood #foodie #food #easymeals #delicious #nutrition #love #cooking #follow #Toronto #meals #cleaneating #healthylifestyle #healthyrecipes #healthyalternatives #healthliving #homemade #healthylife #healthyfood #healthyeating
