No-Bake Healthy Mac and Cheese

Alright it was time for Fit Cuisine to start trying out different healthy recipes for Mac and Cheese. So here is a light and healthy NO BAKE version to try.

Ingredients:
1 Box of Barilla Whole Grain Pasta Shells
1 12 oz Bag of Frozen Broccoli
1 1/2 cups of Fat Free Milk
1/2 cup of Almond Milk Unsweetened
1/4 tsp ground white pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
3 TBSP whole wheat white flour
2 Cups Shredded Low Fat Cheddar Cheese or (1%)
1/4 cup or so of Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Dijon Mustard

In a pot bring your water to a boil, and cook pasta according to box. Steam your frozen broccoli in the microwave or add it to the already boiling water and pasta, till it is just about tender. While that is cooking away heat 1 1/2 cups of milk in a large pot over medium heat until it just about simmers. Whisk in the 1/2 cup of almond milk, flour, garlic, and pepper, whisking it till it is about thickened. Remove from the heat and strain your pasta and broccoli. Add to the milk mixture your cheese, Parmesan, and mustard, then toss your pasta and broccoli stirring till everything mixes in well. Add back to the heat for another 1-2 minutes stir till all flavors are mixed and server.

Serving 4-6
Total time: 25-30 minutes

Fit Cuisine Notes:
This is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables, it is loaded with fiber and protein. Pair it with a side salad and enjoy.