Macaroni and Cheese with a Healthy Twist
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
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Ingredients
- 1 pound sweet potatoes - peeled and cut into quarters
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups skim milk
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ground black pepper - to taste
- 16 ounces macaroni
- 1 teaspoon chicken flavored seasoning - or salt
- 4 ounces cream cheese - 1/3 less fat
- 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese - shredded 
 
Just because "healthy" is used in the name of this macaroni and cheese recipe, it doesn't mean
that it doesn't taste good. Once you've tried this unusual version featuring, of all things, sweet
potatoes, you'll agree that it's fantastic!

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Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Combine the sweet potoates, stock and milk in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over
    medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender, approximately 15
    minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and mash them in the pan with the milk, pepper and salt.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add in the chicken flavored seasoning and noodles.
    Cook until al dente.
  • Drain and pour into a large bowl. Add in the mashed sweet potoates, cheddar cheese and cream
    cheese.
  • Lightly coat the baking pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the noodle mixture into the
    pan.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover the dish and continue to
    bake for 30-40 minutes longer.
  • Serve warm.


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