Healthier Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

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Healthier Macaroni & Cheese
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Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent (but not browned), about 3 minutes. Add the flour and stir to incorporate into the butter. Pour in the milk a few tablespoons at a time, using a whisk to incorporate the flour and prevent lumps from forming. When all the milk has been added, allow the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, until it begins to thicken. Stir in the cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, drain and return to the pot. Add the cheese sauce, jalapenos, and ham and stir to fully incorporate. Divide the mixture among 6 individual crocks or pour into large baking dish. Top with bread crumbs and sprinkle with parmesan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil until the bread crumbs are golden brown and crispy, about another 3 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 597.55 Kcal (2502 kJ)
Calories from fat 199.94 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 22.22g 34%
Cholesterol 63.13mg 21%
Sodium 586.64mg 24%
Potassium 422.99mg 9%
Total Carbs 72.4g 24%
Sugars 8.98g 36%
Dietary Fiber 3.11g 12%
Protein 27.03g 54%
Vitamin C 4.6mg 8%
Vitamin A 0.8mg 28%
Iron 2.8mg 16%
Calcium 499.2mg 50%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 179.52 Kcal (752 kJ)
Calories from fat 60.07 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.67g 34%
Cholesterol 18.97mg 21%
Sodium 176.24mg 24%
Potassium 127.08mg 9%
Total Carbs 21.75g 24%
Sugars 2.7g 36%
Dietary Fiber 0.93g 12%
Protein 8.12g 54%
Vitamin C 1.4mg 8%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 28%
Iron 0.8mg 16%
Calcium 150mg 50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 13.2
    Points
  • 16
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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