Too-EZ Mac 'n Cheese

5 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 ounces uncooked whole-wheat-blend rotini pasta (about 2 cups)
  • 24 ounces frozen broccoli or cauliflower florets in lowfat cheese sauce (about 6 cups)
  • 3 wedges light spreadable Swiss cheese (recommended: The Laughing Cow)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional
  • Fresh parsley, for serving, optional

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large pot, prepare pasta according to the instructions on the package; drain well and set aside.
  2. 2
    While pasta is cooking, place contents of the broccoli and sauce package in a large microwave-safe bowl.
  3. 3
    Cover and microwave until sauce has melted and broccoli is hot, 10 to 12 minutes.
  4. 4
    Once the bowl is cool enough to handle, remove it from the microwave and add cooked pasta.
  5. 5
    Unwrap cheese wedges and add those as well.
  6. 6
    Mix thoroughly, ensuring that the wedged cheese is evenly distributed and the pasta and broccoli are coated in cheese sauce.
  7. 7
    Season with salt and pepper, if using.
  8. 8
    Garnish with parsley, if using.
  9. 9
    Enjoy!
  10. 10
    PER SERVING (1 heaping cup): 222 calories, 5.5g fat, 772mg sodium, 35g carbs, 6g fiber, 6g sugars, 8.5g protein

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