Lightened-Up Macaroni and Cheese
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Macaroni and cheese is a classic dish that originated in Italy and was brought to the United States by Thomas Jefferson.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Lightened-Up Macaroni and Cheese
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
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Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
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Remove from heat and stir in the Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce and mix well.
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Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the bread crumbs on top.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
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Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 15g30%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.