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  • Vegetarian Vegetarian
  • Dairy Free Dairy Free
  • Low Fat Low Fat
  • Low GI Low GI
  • Low Salt Low Salt
  • No Gluten No Gluten
  • Source of Calcium Source of Calcium
  • Source of Fibre Source of Fibre

Macaroni Cheese

Macaroni Cheese
Source of calcium
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Recipe Ingredients

(Serves 4)

  • 250g macaroni
  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1 medium (150g) onion, chopped
  • 4 slices (80g) ham, chopped
  • 1 tbsp cornflour
  • 375mL can CARNATION Light & Creamy Cooking Milk
  • 1/2 cup (125mL) water
  • 1 cup (120g) grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 small (180g) tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/2 cup (35g) wholemeal breadcrumbs

How to make

1. Cook pasta according to directions on pack. Drain and keep warm.

2. Heat oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat; add onion, cook 2 minutes. Add ham, cook 1 minute.

3. Blend cornflour with 2 tablespoons CARNATION Light & Creamy Cooking Milk; add to pan with remaining milk and water; bring to the boil, stirring constantly, until thick and creamy.

4. Add half the cheese and pasta; toss well.

5. Spoon into a shallow ovenproof dish or four individual dishes. Top with tomato, breadcrumbs and remaining cheese. Place under a hot grill and cook until golden. Serve immediately.

Preparation time:
15 minutes

Cooking time:
15 minutes

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Macaroni Cheese

  Average Quantity per Serving
Energy 2170kJ (519Cal)
Protein 27.9g
Fat, Total 16.1g
- Saturated 8.2g
Carbohydrate 62.8g
- Sugars 13.1g
Dietary Fibre 3.5g
Sodium 670mg