Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese Weight Watchers

Indulge in the creamy comfort of Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese Weight Watchers—a guilt-free twist on a timeless classic. This quick and easy recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with a velvety cheese sauce made from reduced-fat cheddar, low-fat milk, and protein-packed Greek yogurt. A touch of garlic powder and mustard powder adds a subtle depth of flavor, while a light roux ensures the sauce clings perfectly to every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthier mac and cheese is ideal for busy weeknights or when you crave something cozy without overindulging. Perfectly portioned for four servings, it’s a hearty yet Weight Watchers-friendly dish the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Elbow macaroni (whole wheat or regular)
• 1 cup Reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Low-fat milk (1% or skim)
• 1 cup Fat-free plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Light butter or margarine
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Dry mustard powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, prepare the cheese sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the light butter or margarine.

Step 3

Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux. This will help thicken the sauce.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the low-fat milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the garlic powder, dry mustard powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Add the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese to the saucepan, a little bit at a time, stirring until fully melted and smooth.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fat-free plain Greek yogurt. Mix until the sauce is creamy and well combined.

Step 8

Return the cooked and drained macaroni to the pot. Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and stir until the macaroni is fully coated in the sauce.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper or a sprinkle of parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(846.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1489.2

Total Fat 36.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 96.9mg	0%
Sodium 2195.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 92.2g	0%

Vitamin D 127IU	0%
Calcium 1436.9mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1321.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.6%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 53.9%