Makeover Sloppy Joe Macaroni and Cheese

Submitted by looneytunesfan

"A lighter version of Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 18
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 3⁄4 lb lean ground turkey
• 1⁄2 cup finely chopped celery
• 1⁄2 cup shredded carrot
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope Manwich sloppy joe mix
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1⁄3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups 2% low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 8 ounces Velveeta reduced fat cheese product, processed cheese, cubed
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

directions

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the turkey, celery and carrot over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, water and sloppy joe mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Drain macaroni; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, mustard, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in the process cheese until melted. Add macaroni and 1 cup cheddar cheese; mix well.
3. Spread two-thirds of the macaroni mixture in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Spread turkey mixture to within 2 inches of edges. Spoon remaining macaroni mixture around edges of pan. Cover and bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Cover and let stand until cheese is melted.