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Decreasing the butter and replacing the half-and-half with milk helped cut a whopping 658 calories and more than half the fat from this casserole. Even though the cholesterol was reduced by 75% and the sodium by 40%, Makeover Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese offers all the heart-warming comfort of the original submission.
This recipe is:
Healthy
Nutritional Analysis: 1-1/3 cups equals 459 calories, 16 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 71 mg cholesterol, 1,140 mg sodium, 54 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 26 g protein.
Originally published as Makeover Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese in Light & Tasty August/September 2005, p9
Shred and Freeze CheeseIt’s usually cheaper to buy cheese in blocks than in shredded form. So I purchase large quantities of cheddar, Monterey Jack and mozzarella, then shred them myself in my food processor. I store the shredded cheese in the freezer in heavy-duty resealable plastic bags, so I have it at my fingertips whenever it’s needed. —Evelyn O., Parma, Ohio
It’s usually cheaper to buy cheese in blocks than in shredded form. So I purchase large quantities of cheddar, Monterey Jack and mozzarella, then shred them myself in my food processor. I store the shredded cheese in the freezer in heavy-duty resealable plastic bags, so I have it at my fingertips whenever it’s needed. —Evelyn O., Parma, Ohio
Full-Bodied White Wine
Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.
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Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2012 by hlillis
My family really enjoyed this dish. It was very rich. The next time I make it I'll add more meat & less cheese.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2012 by thewife06
It's missign something that I can't put my finger on, but yummy none the less! Perfect comfort food. The recipe is very large, so I split it into two 9X9 dishes. One for dinner tonight, one in the freezer for a night when I don't want to cook. :)My husband says: Perfect comfort food!
It's missign something that I can't put my finger on, but yummy none the less! Perfect comfort food. The recipe is very large, so I split it into two 9X9 dishes. One for dinner tonight, one in the freezer for a night when I don't want to cook. :)
My husband says: Perfect comfort food!
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2011 by SaraJoy
This recipe was okay but I don't feel it's worth all the prep. and clean up. It is a good diet "comfort food" but it's nothing special.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2011 by Nellstrum
I used beef instead, and halved the amount of mac, milk,and cheddar, just because there is only two of us. the rest of the recipe I kept the same. I'm making this my new mac and cheese. Sooooo much flavour. As suggested in the magazine I will also try replacing the sloppy joe mix with taco seasoning. Dorothy I thank you.
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2009 by mom23kids
I used ground chicken instead of Turkey and also 1% milk. Most delicious
Reviewed on May. 27, 2009 by akglmu
Made this without carrots because I didn't have any and used fat free milk. It turned out AMAZING! Great flavor and I agree that it is very creamy and filling. Definitely a recipe for that I will be making again and again!
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2009 by Wilberst
I made this for dinner tonight. It was VERY rich and creamy and VERY filling. I can't imagine making/eating the full fat version- 72 grams of fat per serving according to the non makeover recipe! I enjoyed it, but might try and make it again and not make as much, or even try to lighten it up even more.
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