Low Carb Macaroni And Cheese Food

LOW CARB MACARONI AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat; sauté onion, garlic and mushrooms for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add half & half and milk, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9x9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• Toss pasta and sauce together. Add cheeses and optional hot dog slices; stir until well blended and pour into casserole dish. Top with Parmesan.
• Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

LOW CARB MACAPHONY AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Drain tofu well (I let mine sit in the colander for awhile and then I squish out even more liquid with my hands).
• Mix all ingredients together mashing the tofu well (but leaving a few chunky pieces),.
• Place in a buttered casserole dish.
• Sprinkle with Parmesan and a little paprika.
• Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.
• The top should be golden brown (its the crispy brown parts that really give it the flavor).

CREAMY LOW(ER) CARB MACARONI AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
• Meanwhile, Heat cream over medium-low heat until warm. Add cream cheese and whisk until melted.
• Add cheddar and velveeta cheese a little at a time letting it melt before whisking in more.
• Stir in salt and pepper to taste.