EASY MACARONI and CHEESE

EASY MACARONI and CHEESE
”This is a quick stovetop version”


12-oz. uncooked pasta
1/8 tsp. salt
2 cups fat-free skimmed milk
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¾ tsp. salt
¾ tsp. onion powder
1 cup low-fat Cheddar cheese
1/8 tsp. hot pepper sauce


Cook pasta in lightly salted boiling water according to package directions, drain and return to pot.

Meanwhile, while pasta cooks, in a large saucepan, whisk together milk, flour, salt and onion powder until blended * Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking frequently, reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring often, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat and whisk in cheese and hot sauce. Add sauce to pasta, toss to mix and coat.

Yield: 6 servings (about 1 cup per serving).