Macaroni and Cheese with Tomatoes
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Serving: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
8 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
2 tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
2 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups skim milk
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
DIRECTIONS:
1. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain in colander.
2. Preheat oven to 375ยบ F. Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices. Set aside on a small plate.
3. Crumble the bread crumbs with your fingertips. Set aside on another small plate.
4. In a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour, dry mustard and salt, then cook together for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the milk little by little and continue stirring until the mixture thickens. Add the cheese and stir until melted.
5. Place 2 slices of tomato in the bottom of an ovenproof pan, then half the pasta. Place another 2 slices of tomato on top, then the remainder of the pasta. Pour the sauce over all. Arrange 3 slices of tomato on top and sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Bake for 20 minutes and serve immediately.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Based on individual serving.
Calories: 500
Total Fat: 24 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Protein: 24 g
Source: I Love Pasta
