Macaroni & Cheese

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
nonstick cooking spray
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. flour
1/2 cup nonfat milk
1/2 cup cauliflower or butternut squash puree
1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
4 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. paprika

Cook macaronic according to package. Coat large saucepan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add the oil, flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is a thick paste but not brown. About 1-2 minutes. Add milk and cook, stirring occasionally until mixture thickens. Add vegetable puree, cheddar & cream cheese, seasonings and stir until cheese is melted and smooth. Stir in macaroni and serve warm.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CYNTHIAJEANNE.