MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH A SECRET SILKEN TOFU SAUCE

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A recipe I found I want to try out on my toddler. Just tried this out on my toddler and it was delicious! Everyone loved it, no one would EVER guess what's hidden!!

Provided by Codychop

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 -12 ounces elbow macaroni (or other short pasta shape such as cavatappi)
12 ounces silken tofu
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1/2-1 teaspoon mustard powder
salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al dente, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, puree the tofu until perfectly smooth in a food processor or blender.
  • When the macaroni is cooked, drain it and return to the pot over medium heat.
  • Add blended tofu, cheese, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir until heated through and all the cheese it melted.
  • VARIATION: Bake in a casserole dish at 400 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crusty.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.5, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 56.4, Sodium 305.9, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 20.4

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