Heart-Healthy Homemade Annie's Style Mac and Cheese
Indulge in a comforting bowl of **Heart-Healthy Homemade Annie's Style Mac and Cheese**, a lighter, more nutritious twist on the classic favorite! This recipe swaps traditional ingredients for wholesome alternatives like **whole wheat macaroni, unsweetened almond milk, low-fat Greek yogurt, and reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese**, crafting a creamy yet guilt-free dish. Infused with a flavorful blend of Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, this mac and cheese delivers rich, cheesy goodness with a subtle kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or easy meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra touch of color and flavor, and savor a family-friendly meal that’s as delicious as it is nourishing. Keywords: heart-healthy mac and cheese, homemade Annie’s mac and cheese, healthy comfort food, quick and easy pasta recipe.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat macaroni
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1.5 cups low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the whole wheat macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsweetened almond milk and low-fat Greek yogurt. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and heated through, but do not let it boil.
Step 3
Gradually add the low-fat shredded cheddar cheese to the milk and yogurt mixture, stirring constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
Step 4
Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Continue to stir until all spices are well incorporated.
Step 5
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring until the pasta is thoroughly coated with the sauce.
Step 6
Optional: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the mac and cheese for added flavor and color.
Step 7
Serve immediately. Enjoy your heart-healthy homemade Annie's style mac and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (907.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1522.1 |
| Total Fat 32.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 74.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3598.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 192.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.0g | |
| Protein 95.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 175.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2038.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1277.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories