Healthier White Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Healthy mac & cheese that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.
By Ethan ChlebowskiPhotography by Ethan Chlebowski
Are you looking for a healthy, weeknight version of Mac & Cheese that actually tastes good? This is the white cheddar mac base you need to learn. Add in a healthy dose of lean protein and veg to bulk it up.
Ethan Chlebowski
CREATOR
Ingredients
White cheddar base
- white cheddar powder30 g
- skim milk30 g
- low-fat sour cream30 g
- dried pasta170 g~1/3 lb
- saltto taste
Add ins
- chicken, grilled150 g
- frozen peas100 g
Method
Step 1: Boil the pasta
In a saucepot or wide pan, barely submerge the dried pasta with water and add a sprinkle of salt. until most of the water has been absorbed by the pasta, and the pasta is al dente, about 12-13 minutes.
- This will concentrate the starch from the paste and help create a sauce without needing extra butter and cheese.
Step 2: Make the sauce
Turn off the heat. To create the sauce, add the cheddar powder, milk, and sour cream and stir until creamy.
Step 3: Add ingredients & serve
Eat the mac as is, or add peas & chicken until warmed through. Enjoy.
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