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Article: Low-Fat Soul Baked Mac and Cheese
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- The Washington Post
- Article date:
- October 10, 2007
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Low-Fat Soul Baked Mac and Cheese
4 servings
Unlike many of the low-fat versions we tested, this macaroni and
cheese had real flavor and was not overly dry when reheated.
Adapted from "Low-Fat Soul," by Jonell Nash (One World, 1996).
8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons light butter or butter substitute
1 large scallion, white and light-green parts, thinly sliced
crosswise
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
2 cups nonfat milk
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
Sweet paprika
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 1 1/2-quart
baking dish with nonstick cooking oil spray.
Bring a large ...