*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Baked Macaroni & Cheese

Recipe By     : Good Housekeeping 365 days of Healthy Eating
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Macaroni

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      cups          elbow macaroni
                        non stick cooking spray
  16      ounces        low fat 1% cottage cheese
   2      tablespoons   flour
   2      cups          skim milk
   4      ounces        sharp cheddar cheese -- grated
   1      teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      ground black pepper
     1/4  teaspoon      ground nutmeg
     1/4  cup           fresh parmesan cheese -- grated

1. Prepare macaroni according to pacakge directions; drain.
2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees, spray shallow broiler safe 2 1/2 quart casserol
e with non stick cooking spray.
3. Meanwhile, if food processor with knife blade attached, blend cottage cheese
 until smooth.
4. In a 2 quart saucepan, mix flour with 1/4 cup milk until smooth. slowly stir
 in remaining milk until blended. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently un
til mixture just boils and thickens slightly.
5. Remove from heat, stir in cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and 
nutmeg.
6. Place macaroni in casserole; cover with cheese sauce. Bake uncovered for 20 
minutes. Remove casserole from oven.
7. Turn oven control to broil, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve.

Notes: Per Serving: 250 calories, 8g Fat




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