Guilt Free Mac And Cheese

Guilt Free Mac And CheeseGuilt free mac and cheese

If you love mac n cheese, say hello to your new best friend, Miracle Noodle Ziti, which has only 5 calories per 3-oz. Like other Miracle Noodle pastas, the ziti is comprised of 97% water and the remaining 3% fiber, which yields just 2 net grams of carbohydrates, perfect for Paleo and low-carb lifestyle dieters. Transfer the cauliflower to a high-powered blender or food processor (or use a stick blender). Add the vegetable stock and milk and blend until smooth. Return the pureed cauliflower to the saucepan. Heat the cauliflower puree over medium-low heat and stir through the parmesan cheese and half of the cheddar cheese. Drain the pasta in a colander. Remove the sauce from the heat, add the cheese, and stir until the cheese melts. Immediately add the hot, drained pasta and stir until well-coated.

Whether piled on the side or served as the main course, gooey mac 'n' cheese is a comfort-food favorite. You won't believe it's clean!

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Ready in: 45 minutes

Makes: 8 servings

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Tosca Reno has cleaned up the ultimate in comfort food: macaroni and cheese. Her healthy, energy-boosting version makes this clean dieter's nightmare a fit gal's dream come true.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb brown-rice elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups pureed butternut squash or pumpkin
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or beef)
  • 6 oz goat cheese
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 2 cups chopped greens (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Coat a 9'x13' baking pan with coconut oil and set aside.
  2. Boil 4 to 6 cups of water in a large pot. Add macaroni and cook about 10 to 12 minutes, until pasta is tender but firm, then drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Cook squash and broth together in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally until well combined, then increase the heat to medium until almost simmering.
  4. Remove pan from heat and stir in goat cheese and sea salt. Stir until smooth with no lumps.
  5. Pour squash mixture over macaroni and stir gently to combine. Transfer to the baking dish and top with grated Parmesan.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, then broil for an additional 3 minutes until top is crisp and brown. Serve.

Nutrients Per Serving: Calories: 310, Total Fats: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 4 g, Trans Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 10 mg, Sodium: 360 mg, Total Carbohydrates: 48 g, Dietary Fiber: 3 g, Sugars: 2 g, Protein: 11 g, Iron: 11 mg

Trader Joe's Guilt Free Mac And Cheese

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Guilt Free Mac And Cheese Recipe