Mac & Cheese
Recipes from Dietitian Jenn Messina
Jenn Messina is an experienced Registered Dietitian and a mom of two energetic kids. To her, food is life! It nourishes our bodies, minds, and spirits and connects us to each other and to our heritage.
After graduating from the University of British Columbia, she spent the last 16 years working as a Registered Dietitian with thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds. With so much nutrition information on the web, it can be frustrating, confusing and overwhelming. Jenn became an RD because she is passionate about helping people and truly enjoys learning about your life, work, families, and diets.
Jenn Messina
It’s a busy time of year. Who needs a mac & cheese recipe that is super simple, high in protein and fibre plus your kids will love?This recipe comes together in about 20 minutes and it’s a must!
INGREDIENTS:
1 box of elbow macaroni (either Smart or bean based)
¼ cup butter¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt1.5 cups milk
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cups marble or cheddar cheese
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cook your box of higher fibre pasta according to the package instructions (don’t forget to salt the water!) we used @catellipasta Smart
Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and salt to make a roux.
Slowly pour in milk and Greek yogurt, mix under smooth and bubbly (make sure not to burn the milk!)
Add in cheese and stir until creamy (don’t use pre-grated cheese here or it will be lumpy)
Add the cheese sauce to the precooked macaroni, add a sprinkle more of cheese (if desired) and fight your kids for it.
Do your kids love mac & cheese? Try this one and let us know what you think!
