Low Carb Macaroni and Cheese

Submitted by Demandy

"Great for fulfilling a mac and cheese craving, modified version of what I found on the back of the Dreamfields box. We loved this! Digestible carbs per serving is 12."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 17
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 8 ounces dreamfields elbow macaroni
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup chopped white onion
• 1 minced garlic clove
• 1⁄2 cup fat-free half-and-half
• 1⁄2 cup 1% low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard
• nonstick cooking spray
• 2 pieces Laughing Cow cheese, wedges swiss (optional)
• 1 cup low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 4 -6 mushrooms (optional)
• low-fat hot dog, sliced (optional)

directions

1. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat; sauté onion, garlic and mushrooms for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add half & half and milk, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9x9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
3. Toss pasta and sauce together. Add cheeses and optional hot dog slices; stir until well blended and pour into casserole dish. Top with Parmesan.
4. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.