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Makeover Slow-Cooked Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Name: Makeover Slow-Cooked Mac 'n' Cheese
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Yield: 9 servings.
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni; 1 can (12 ounces) reduced-fat evaporated milk; 1-1/2 cups fat-free milk; 1/3 cup egg substitute; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; 8 ounces reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided; Coarsely ground pepper, optional

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Total Time

Prep: 25 min. Cook: 2 hours

Makes

9 servings

This recipe is a clear example of comfort food at its finest; it's rich, hearty and extra cheesy. And because it's made in the slow cooker, it's also extremely easy. —Shelby Molina, Whitewater, Wisconsin

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Ingredients

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 can (12 ounces) reduced-fat evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/3 cup egg substitute
1 tablespoon butter, melted
8 ounces reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Directions

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the evaporated milk, milk, egg substitute and butter. Stir in the process cheese, 1-1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese and macaroni.
Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until center is set, stirring once. Sprinkle with remaining sharp cheddar cheese and, if desired, coarsely ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 300 calories, 12g fat (9g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 647mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 medium-fat meat.

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