Macaroni And Cheese With Carrots And Roasted Pepper

Prep Time: 0 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 0 Minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

cooking spray

2 cups diced carrot (about 4)

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups fat-free milk

1 1/4 cups (5 ounces) reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons grated fresh parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/8 teaspoon pepper

3 cups hot cooked elbow macaroni (about 1 1/2 cups uncooked pasta)

1/2 cup diced roasted red bell pepper

1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°.
2. Coat a large saucepan with cooking spray; place over medium heat until hot. Add carrot; sauté 5 minutes. Place flour in a small bowl. Gradually add milk, stirring well with a whisk; add to carrot. Cook over medium heat 8 minutes, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low. Add Cheddar cheese and next 4 ingredients; stir until cheese melts. Add macaroni and red bell pepper; stir well.
3. Spoon mixture into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake at 375° for 30 minutes.

By RecipeOfHealth.com