> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.foodconsumer.org/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Healthy Eating Recipes: Classic Macaroni and Cheese - URL: https://www.foodconsumer.org/classic_macaroni_and_cheese_0131111109/ - Published: 2011-01-31T00:08:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-22T15:54:41.000Z - Description: A lower-fat take on macaroni and cheese from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute: pasta baked with sauteed onion, fat-free evaporated milk, egg and low-fat sharp cheddar. Eight servings at 200 calories and 4 grams of fat per cup. - Author: Food Consumer - Tags: Pasta Main Dish, Recipes & Dining, #vivvo-import This recipe proves you don't have to give up your favorite dishes to eat heart healthy meals—here's a lower fat version of a true classic *Recipe Source: Deliciously Healthy Dinners* Prep time Cook time Yields Serving Size 5 minutes 40 minutes 8 servings 1 C pasta **Ingredients** 2 C macaroni ½ C onion, chopped ½ C fat-free evaporated milk 1 medium egg, lightly beaten ¼ tsp ground black pepper 1¼ C (4 oz) low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded Cooking spray **Directions** 1, Cook macaroni according to package directions—but do not add salt to the cooking water. Drain and set aside. 2, Spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. 3, Preheat oven to 350 °F. 4, Lightly spray saucepan with nonstick cooking spray. Add onion to saucepan and sauté for about 3 minutes over medium heat. 5, In a bowl, combine macaroni, onion, and the remaining ingredients, and mix thoroughly. 6, Transfer mixture into casserole dish. 7, Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Tip: Pairs nicely with steamed broccoli and garlic. **Nutrition Facts** calories 200 Total fat 4 g Saturated fat 2 g Cholesterol 34 mg Sodium 120 mg Total fiber 1 g Protein 11 g Carbohydrates 29 g Potassium 119 mg *Recipe courtesy of Keep the Beat™, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.*