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Makeover Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

22 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 35 min.

Makes

7 servings

Updated: Oct. 23, 2022
With its creamy consistency and two different cheeses, this entree captures the essence of comfort food. But here's the kicker: it's been slimmed down for you so you can enjoy it without over indulging. —Darcie Zerniak, Ontario, New York
Makeover Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
Makeover Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup fat-free sour cream
  • 1/2 pound reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • Minced chives, optional

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  2. Reduce heat; stir in the sour cream, process cheese, Parmesan, mustard and pepper until smooth.
  3. Drain macaroni; stir in cheddar cheese. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Add cream sauce and mix well. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 394 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 842mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.