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Avocado Mac and Cheese

Name: Avocado Mac and Cheese
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 pound elbow macaroni; 1.5 cups skim milk; 3 small garlic cloves; 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 0.25 teaspoon chili powder; 1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves; 2 fully ripened Avocados from Mexico, halved, pitted, peeled and diced, divided; 5 ounces reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese cut in 1/2-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 0.5 cup chopped chives

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Avocado adds extra creaminess to this zesty, reduced-fat mac & cheese with chili powder, lime juice and chives.

Recipe by Avocados from Mexico

Published on June 21, 2017

9

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 pound elbow macaroni
1 ½ cups skim milk
3 small garlic cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon chili powder
1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 fully ripened Avocados from Mexico, halved, pitted, peeled and diced, divided
5 ounces reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ cup chopped chives

Directions

In large sauce pot, cook pasta in salted water according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine milk, garlic, nutmeg and chili powder. Bring to a boil; reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes. When pasta is almost cooked, place in blender the parsley leaves, 1 1/2 cups of the diced avocado, the cheese, lime juice and hot milk with garlic cloves; whirl until smooth. Drain pasta and return to sauce pot. Pour cheese sauce over pasta; toss to combine. Add chives and remaining 1/2 cup diced avocado; toss gently. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Best when served the day of preparation.

Variations:

Use linguine in place of elbow macaroni and add sautéed bay scallops; use rotini (spiral shape) in place of elbow macaroni and add steamed shrimp; add spring vegetables to basic recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

458	Calories
13g	Fat
67g	Carbs
20g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 458
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	16%
Saturated Fat 3g	14%
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 187mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 67g	24%
Dietary Fiber 7g	26%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 20g
Vitamin C 24mg	118%
Calcium 220mg	17%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 684mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.