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Easy, Guilt-Free Alfredo Mac and Cheese: Comfort Food at Its Best

Skinny Alfredo Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients
  

  • 2⅓ cups (dry, uncooked) Whole Grain Elbows pasta or penne, see shopping tips
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-fat butter or Smart Balance Light
  • 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 oz) jar Classico Light Alfredo Sauce, see shopping tips
  • 1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup fat-free milk
  • A little black pepper, to taste
  • ¼  cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Scallions or fresh chives, minced for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta al dente (for about 6-7 minutes so it will not be overcooked). No need to add salt to water. Drain and rinse in cold water. Drain again.
  • In a large pan, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Over medium heat, add in the Alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, and milk. Mix until well blended. Stir in cooked pasta. Add a little pepper, if desired. Heat for a few minutes until hot. Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix well.
  • Spoon 1 cup serving into each bowl. Top with little scallions or chives, if desired.
  • Leftovers freeze great.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 13gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 497mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gBlue Smart Points: 8Green Smart Points: 8Plus Points: 7