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High Protein Macaroni and Cheese

This High Protein Macaroni and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Made with a rich and cheesy sauce, this homemade version of a family favorite will have you reaching for more. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 407kcal
Author: Danielle Lima

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. Cellentani Pasta Noodles (Barilla) measured uncooked
  • 2 Tbsp. salted butter
  • 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup medium cheddar cheese shreds, room temp 85g
  • 1 cup reduced fat sharp cheese - shredded, room temp 85g
  • pinch of salt
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Instructions

  • Cook your pasta noodles according to package prior to the below steps.
  • Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add flour and stir until combined into a thick paste. Stir and cook the paste for 1 minute. Slowly add milk and continually whisk. Add salt, pepper and garlic. Simmer and whisk until everything is well combined and the sauce begins to thicken. Approx. 3 mins.
  • Once the sauce has thickened, slowly add the cheese and mix until all the cheese has melted and a cheese sauce has formed. Add pasta and mix together. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary with substitutions. 
  • Use any type of pasta noodle.

Nutrition

Serving: 190g | Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 307mg | Fiber: 2g
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