Easy, Creamy Mac & Cheese
Today, from Jules, an easy, creamy (and better for you) mac and cheese recipe that very well may be my next casserole patrol contribution:
I'm really into Greek yogurt. Why was I so resistant to it before? It's low in (or devoid of) fat, free of sugar, super high in calcium, and really versatile. My kids and I love the creaminess of it and when I drizzle it with honey or maple syrup and add nuts, granola, or fruit, it becomes a serious treat for breakfast. Greek yogurt also is a great recipe ingredient, even on the savory spectrum.
I've started using plain Greek yogurt to thicken or "creamify" foods instead of cream or a buttery roux. I'll be following up with a favorite sweet use for Greek yogurt, but first, here's a fantastic savory recipe my kids love.
Jules' Easy, Creamy Macaroni & Cheese
*Note: I added the pureed squash the other night and my kids had no clue.
Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Place in large casserole dish and top with additional cheese (or buttered breadcrumbs if you prefer). Place in oven until heated through and browned on the top. Super easy!
Editor's Note: As a fellow Greek yogurt fanatic, I highly recommend you try these ridiculously easy parfaits, which I've found wonderful as a dessert substitute.
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Comments
Ohhh, thanks for sharing! I use condensed tomato soup in my mac & cheese to make it creamy and add some flavor...but this is way more healthy (if mac & cheese can be healthy...)
Posted by: Emily G | February 1, 2011 10:20 AM | Reply to this comment
Oh my! My wife LOVES mac and cheese (mostly the cheese part)! We will have to try this out soon before we start a family, then we MIGHT share it with our kids! :) Thanks!
Posted by: Patrick Rogers | February 1, 2011 12:15 PM | Reply to this comment
Thanks for the recipe. I can't wait to try it!
Posted by: Asianmommy | February 1, 2011 10:11 PM | Reply to this comment
Oh yum! Looks like a great recipe, and I love how healthy it is! I never thought to sub with Greek yogurt. Thanks!
Posted by: foodie | June 28, 2011 5:01 AM | Reply to this comment
I made this last night & it was absolutely delicious! I'm not sure I'll ever make another mac & cheese receipe again. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Cas | August 17, 2011 11:24 AM | Reply to this comment
That's fantastic Cas! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Christine Koh - Editor replied to comment from Cas | August 17, 2011 11:55 AM | Reply to this comment