Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese Recipe

Craving creamy, cheesy mac & cheese without the guilt? This Almost Non-Fat Mac & Cheese recipe delivers delicious flavor with significantly reduced fat! We've tweaked a low-fat recipe to create a lighter, healthier version that's still incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a lighter take on a classic comfort food.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 294.5 kcal

Protein 32g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese

1 pound Elbow Macaroni
2 cups Skim Milk
4 ounces Light Cream Cheese
1/2 cup shredded Reduced-Fat Mozzarella Cheese
Non Fat Cheese
Parmesan Cheese
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups shredded Reduced-Fat Cheddar Cheese

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How to Make Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese

Cook 1 pound of elbow macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 cups of skim milk over medium heat until steaming (do not boil).
Reduce heat to low. Whisk in 4 ounces of light cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
Gradually whisk in 1 ½ cups of shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and ½ cup of shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Stir constantly to prevent burning.
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce. Toss gently to coat all the pasta evenly.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy your guilt-free mac & cheese!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

Fat

17g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese?

Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese?

Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese has approximately 294.5 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese?

The key ingredients for Almost Non Fat Mac And Cheese are Elbow Macaroni, Skim Milk, Fat Free Cream Cheese, Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese, Non Fat Cheese, Parmesan Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.