Whole Wheat Mac N Cheese Recipe
Summary
Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings2
Ingredients
| 1 cup uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni | ||
| Carrot | 1/4 Cup (16 tbs), chopped | |
| Onion | 1 Tablespoon, finley chopped | |
| 1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine | ||
| All purpose flour | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Tarragon leaves | 1/8 Teaspoon, dried | |
| Pepper | 1 Dash | |
| Buttermilk | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| Frozen peas | 1/2 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| American Cheese | 1 Cup (16 tbs), pasteurized | |
Directions
Prepare macaroni as directed on package.
Rinse with warm water.
Drain.
Set aside.
In 1 1/2-quart casserole, combine carrot, onion and margarine.
Cover.
Microwave at High for 2 to 3 minutes, or until carrot is tender-crisp.
Stir in flour, tarragon and pepper.
Blend in buttermilk.
Stir in peas.
Reduce power to 70% (Medium High).
Microwave, uncovered, for 6 to 8 1/2 minutes, or until sauce thickens and bubbles, stirring 2 or 3 times.
Add macaroni and American cheese.
Mix well.
Microwave at 70% (Medium High) for 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until hot, stirring once.
Rinse with warm water.
Drain.
Set aside.
In 1 1/2-quart casserole, combine carrot, onion and margarine.
Cover.
Microwave at High for 2 to 3 minutes, or until carrot is tender-crisp.
Stir in flour, tarragon and pepper.
Blend in buttermilk.
Stir in peas.
Reduce power to 70% (Medium High).
Microwave, uncovered, for 6 to 8 1/2 minutes, or until sauce thickens and bubbles, stirring 2 or 3 times.
Add macaroni and American cheese.
Mix well.
Microwave at 70% (Medium High) for 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until hot, stirring once.
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