Heart Healthy Recipes: Day 7

Rich and Creamy Mac and Cheese

Serves 4; 1/2 cup per serving

4 ounces dried elbow macaroni

4 slices low-fat American cheese, about 3/4 ounce each

1/3 cup fat-free milk

2 tablespoons light tub margarine

1 teaspoon prepared mustard

1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (lowest sodium available)

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon red hot-pepper sauce

In a large saucepan, prepare the macaroni using the package directions, omitting the salt and oil. Drain well in a colander. Return to the pan.

Add the remaining ingredients, stirring until the cheese melts. Cook over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes to continue to thicken.

Nutritional Analysis (per serving)

Calories                          173
Total Fat                         3.5 g
     Saturated                   0.5 g
     Trans Fat                    0.0 g
     Polyunsaturated           0.5 g
     Monounsaturated         1.5 g
Cholesterol                       5  mg
Sodium                          344 mg
Carbohydrates                   24 g
     Fiber                             1 g
     Sugars                           3 g
Protein                               9 g

Reprinted with permission from The Best of Healthy Soul Food Recipes, Copyright © 2008 by the American Heart Association.

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