Creamy Makeover Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 package (16 oz) elbow macaroni
2 tbsp butter
1/3 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free half-and-half
2 cups fat-free milk
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp salt
3 cups (12 oz) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
topping:
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tbsp butter
5 cups cubed bread
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Directions:

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Combine flour and half-and-half; stir into pan. Add milk and seasonings. Bring to a gentle boil; remove from the heat. Stir in cheese until melted. Drain macaroni; add to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add bread; saute 2-3 minutes longer. Sprinkle bread mixture and cheese over macaroni mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 10 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	507.64 Kcal (2125 kJ)
Calories from fat	86.36 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.6g	15%
Cholesterol	23.85mg	8%
Sodium	783.3mg	33%
Potassium	333.25mg	7%
Total Carbs	86.08g	29%
Sugars	16.91g	68%
Dietary Fiber	11g	44%
Protein	19.67g	39%
Vitamin C	1mg	2%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	6mg	33%
Calcium	994mg	99%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	203.68 Kcal (853 kJ)
Calories from fat	34.65 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.85g	15%
Cholesterol	9.57mg	8%
Sodium	314.29mg	33%
Potassium	133.71mg	7%
Total Carbs	34.54g	29%
Sugars	6.79g	68%
Dietary Fiber	4.41g	44%
Protein	7.89g	39%
Vitamin C	0.4mg	2%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	2.4mg	33%
Calcium	398.8mg	99%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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