RECIPIES

Hearty & Healthy Mac & Cheese

1C 1% milk
1C evaporated skim milk
1/4C all-purpose flour
1/4C shredded Edam cheese
1/4C shredded Havarti light cheese
1C shredded reduced fat sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2C grated fresh Parmesean cheese
1/4t salt
pinch of freshly ground black pepper
5C cooked whole wheat elbow macaroni  (about 2 1/2C uncooked)
3/4C whole wheat bread crumbs (about 2 slices crumbled whole wheat toast)
1/4C grated fresh Parmesean cheese

1. Preheat oven to 375degrees.
2. Coat a 2 quart casserole dish with olive oil spray.
3. Pour milk in a medium sauce pan.  Heat slowly over medium heat until just under a boil - DO NOT BOIL
4. Reduce heat to low and whisk in flour 1 tablespoon at a time until thick and smooth – whisking continuously. (add more flour as needed for desired consistency).
5. Stir in cheese, salt and pepper and continue to stir until the cheese melts.
6. Remove from heat and stir in macaroni.
7. Pour mixture into casserole and evenly top with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
8. Bake for about 30 minutes or until top is browned and casserole is bubbling.
9. Enjoy!

Serves 4-6