Mac ‘n’ Cheese Slimming Style

Mac ‘n’ Cheese  Slimming Style

Mac ‘n’ Cheese Slimming Style

So when you think about being healthy and making a lovely healthy dinner I guess creamy, delicious  Mac ‘n’ Cheese  isn’t the first thing you think of now is it?

So I think mine is almost healthy Mac ‘n’ Cheese Recipe

Well let me tell you I’ve been playing around with a few recipes.

And ta dah I’ve come up with the most delicious version.

It’s so very good this Mac ‘n’ Cheese Recipe! 

 

Mac 'n' Cheese - Slimming World Style

 

Yes (yippee) it fits to the Slimming eating system. Which ever system you’re doing!  

However though do you know what? I’m not sure it really matters as it tastes so flipping good, it’s a great recipe anyway!

To me – It stands up to any Mac ‘n’ Cheese I’ve tasted.

With the benefit of  knowing it’s ok for you, this  actually made me enjoy it even more, maybe you too?

 

Fresh & Light Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Somehow it feels fresh, not stodgy like some Macs can!

I think the addition of the fresh cherry tomatoes on the top with the basil really gives that extra level to this recipe.

Yes of course you could add the tomatoes to the mix, but I actually like the cold tomatoes on top! Try it!

This lovely version has Mushrooms and Smoked Bacon inside – yum!

However if you’re looking for a vegetarian version just ditch the bacon, it’s so good anyway!

 

Mac 'n' Cheese - Slimming World Style

 

I have another Mac & Cheese Recipe on the blog which is also quite summery and messes a little with the classic

(I like to do that 🙂 ) it’s one made with Goats Cheese & Peas – have a look!

The Slimming bit!! (I have loads of other great recipes too!)

 

Mac 'n' Cheese - Slimming World Style

So – all the stuff is free on Slimming – except

The 2 Laughing Cow Cheese Triangles (1/2 Healthy A) 

and the 1 tablespoon half fat Creme Fraiche (1.5 Syns)

(I’m guessing if you used zero % Natural Yoghurt it’s a  Free dinner)

However I’m not a yoghurt lover so I’m happy to spend a little and enjoy this ruddy good feed!

 

What to Serve with your healthy Mac N Cheese

Well here I have lovely tomatoes on top and I think it’s fine just like that.

But if you want to be extra good you could add a big handful of spinach. Or/And maybe a side of Broccoli or Green Beans?

So let me know what you think guys! Slimming  peeps or not! I’d love to know.

And if someone tries it with Yoghurt or Quark can you please let me know, by leaving a comment below this blog post ….

 

The Slimming Group

I also have a Facebook Closed Group called Easy Peasy Slimming Style Recipes .

Come over and join this great honest community Facebook for Easy Peasy Slimming Recipes if you’re interested

 Just use the join button if you like real home cooked tasty easy food!!

We support encourage and laugh!!Loads of tips and tricks – I promise

Oh and why not join me on Instagram – I’d love to see you there 🙂 

 

Other Tasty morsels 

Oh and if you love this recipe I think you might also like my Piri piri Chicken strips with Egg Fried Rice so tasty and easy!

Piri Piri Chicken Strips Slimming World

And another quick and easy one is Pasta with Chicken and Broccoli – yummy 

Healthy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta - cooked

 

And finally don’t forget my Easy Sunday Dinner – also on plan! 

Easy Sunday Dinner

So I an a believer that healthy slimming food should be super tasty and these are I promise!

Thanks

Big Love Clare x

Dinners under 500 Cals 

And if you are looking for a hands collection of dinners under 500 cals then look no further 

 

Mac 'n' Cheese - Slimming World Style

Mac 'n' Cheese - Slimming Style

5 from 4 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 428kcal
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A delicious Slimming Mac & Cheese, bursting with flavour

Ingredients

  • 70 g Dried macaroni
  • Fry Light Spray
  • 3 Smoked Bacon Medallions sliced into strips (leave out if vegetarian)
  • 100 g Mushrooms cut into 1/4's
  • 1 Clove Garlic peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 Laughing Cow Light Cheese Triangles
  • 1 Tablespoon 1/2 Fat Creme Fraiche
  • Salt & Black Pepper
  • 10 cherry tomatoes - cut in 1/2
  • Handful Fresh Basil leaves

Instructions

  • Grab yourself a small saucepan and boil the water, add the macaroni and look for 11-13 minutes, until soft
  • Whilst the mac is doing its thing Take a nonstick frying pan and spray with Fry Light
  • Add the chopped mushrooms, bacon medallions strips and chopped garlic and fry for 5-8 minutes until cooked and golden brown (this is where all the flavour is)
  • Once the Macaroni is cooked, drain using a sieve or collander then tip the cooked Macaroni back into the pan
  • Quickly add the Cheese Triangles and Creme Fraiche, mix well with a spoon until all the cheese is smooth
  • Tip in the bacon & Mushroom mix and season with salt & black pepper - if it's cooled too much - give it a 2 minute heat up on the hob
  • Pop on the plate and add the fresh tomatoes and basil on the top!
  • Dig in and enjoy

Notes

*** All nutritional information is approximate and intended as a guide 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Mac 'n' Cheese - Slimming Style
Amount per Serving
Calories
428
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
1
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
119
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
862
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
 
66
g
22
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
9
g
10
%
Protein
 
15
g
30
%
Vitamin A
 
843
IU
17
%
Vitamin C
 
42
mg
51
%
Calcium
 
45
mg
5
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Comments

  1. 5 stars
    One of my absolute favourites. Easy to make, so tasty and very filling

  2. 5 stars
    Loved it! Who’d have thought that it was a slimming recipe?!! So scrummy, I asked for seconds (bit naughty, given that I’m trying to lose weight)!!

  3. 5 stars
    Absolutely loved this dish. Served with salad and 2 pieces of garlic bread. So easy to make. Will be making this again x

    1. Great to hear Rosemary – thank you

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