Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups elbow macaroni cooked
• 0.7 cup nonfat cottage cheese fat-free
• 1 cup skim milk fat-free
• 3 tablespoons flour all-purpose
• 1.3 cups cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
• 1 tablespoon onion grated
• 4 servings paprika 
• 4 servings bell pepper to taste

Equipment

• food processor
• bowl
• oven
• blender
• baking pan

Directions

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the milk, cheeses, flour and pepper. Cover and process until creamy.
2. Pour into a bowl; stir in macaroni and onion.
3. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
4. Sprinkle with paprika.
5. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through.