Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese

Health score
39%
Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese
45 min.
4
512kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your comfort food game? Look no further than this delightful Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese! Perfectly creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that serves four, making it ideal for family lunches, cozy dinners, or even as a side dish for gatherings.

What sets this recipe apart is the addition of savory chicken and sun-dried tomato sausage, which adds a burst of flavor and a satisfying protein boost. The combination of Monterey Jack and reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheeses creates a rich, gooey sauce that clings to every piece of elbow macaroni, ensuring that each bite is a cheesy delight. Plus, with a caloric count of just 512 kcal per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

This Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal equipment, you can create a dish that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly wholesome. So gather your loved ones, and get ready to enjoy a comforting bowl of goodness that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings!

Ingredients

  • cups elbow macaroni hot cooked uncooked ( 8 ounces pasta)
  • 1.3 cups milk fat-free
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic salt 
  • 1.3 ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • ounces chicken and sun-dried tomato sausage chopped (such as Gerhard's)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat a large nonstick saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sausage; saut 4 minutes or until browned.
  3. Combine milk and flour in a small bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
  4. Add milk mixture to pan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in cheeses, onion powder, and garlic salt; cook 3 minutes or until cheeses melt, stirring constantly. Stir in pasta.
  5. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories512kcal
Protein18.79%
Fat21.89%
Carbs59.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.48
Glycemic Load
32.43
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
23.205217019371%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:512.17kcal
25.61%
Fat:12.66g
19.48%
Saturated Fat:6.36g
39.75%
Carbohydrates:77.21g
25.74%
Net Carbohydrates:70.43g
25.61%
Sugar:15.65g
17.39%
Cholesterol:31.97mg
10.66%
Sodium:404.83mg
17.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.46g
48.91%
Selenium:57.99µg
82.84%
Manganese:1.12mg
56.07%
Phosphorus:428.54mg
42.85%
Calcium:366.93mg
36.69%
Potassium:1207.78mg
34.51%
Copper:0.6mg
29.81%
Fiber:6.78g
27.1%
Magnesium:105.09mg
26.27%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.9%
Iron:3.74mg
20.77%
Zinc:2.9mg
19.35%
Vitamin B3:3.6mg
17.99%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.71%
Vitamin A:689.68IU
13.79%
Vitamin C:11.17mg
13.54%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.49%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.46%
Vitamin K:12.96µg
12.34%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.87%
Folate:46.25µg
11.56%
Vitamin D:1.03µg
6.84%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.97%
Source:My Recipes