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Macaroni and Cheese Makeover

Love mac 'n cheese but not all the fat? Take comfort in our new and improved recipe, using fat-free sour cream and reduced-fat cheese.

Prep Time: 20 Min

Total Time: 45 Min

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josieL738 said: report Posted: 11/7/2012 10:36:03 AM
I just made this mac and cheese recipe. I grated the onion and added petite diced tomatoes that I cooked a bit to take some of the liquid out. I always add tomatoes to my mac and cheese (personal preference). Didn't use the topping . It didn't need it with the addition of tomatoes. Delicious recipe and I will definitely make again.
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mituti said: report Posted: 7/31/2012 1:18:13 PM
Easy to make and i loved it!!!! it was a big hit at the party!!!
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JCummings01 said: report Posted: 10/5/2009 8:34:24 PM
We liked this meal it was quick and easy. We did think it could use a little shredded chicken, ham, or tuna added in to make it more flavorful.
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Belanos said: report Posted: 6/19/2009 1:23:42 PM
Based on the reviews I had high hopes for this recipe. Contrary to the other reviewers, though, I did not care for this dish at all. Granted, mac & cheese is, in general, rather bland, but I found this blander than was palatable. The cayenne gave it some heat, but that was about it, and the mustard didn't have any presence at all. Although it was creamy, I thought it had that "low-fat"/"fat-free" taste. Perhaps changing the sour cream and milk from fat-free to low-fat, or maybe using full-fat cheese instead of reduced-fat would help, but I didn't like it enough to make it again and find out.
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hikemom said: report Posted: 2/16/2009 6:58:40 PM
Outstanding recipe. Very moist and cheesy. I doubled the topping the second time I made it as the 2 tablespoons of crumbs and cheese didn't seem to be enough.
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megskat said: report Posted: 1/25/2009 3:40:30 PM
I've tried several homemade macaroni and cheese recipes, but so far this one is a favorite! The sauce turned out cheesy and creamy. My husband isn't normally a fan of macaroni and even he agrees it's a winner! Another bonus was that the leftovers reheated well for lunch again the next day. I also cut down on the fat by only using half of the recommended sour cream and substituting the remainder with some plain yogurt we had on hand. It turned out great!
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ashleyandroy said: report Posted: 7/24/2008 4:58:51 PM
This recipe is amazing!!! So much flavor! We use whole wheat spirals and add whatever veggies we have on hand...it always turns out great!!!!
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vvanberg said: report Posted: 7/5/2008 7:50:39 PM
I have looked for a long time for a reduced fat Macaroni and Cheese recipe that would still have the creaminess and flavor of the traditional version. My whole family loved this. The cayenne pepper gives it a little kick which is great.