Low Carb Macaroni And Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    8 ounces dreamfields elbow macaroni
    1 tablespoon olive oil
    1/4 cup chopped white onion
    1 minced garlic clove
    1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
    1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
    2 tablespoons butter
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1/2 teaspoon pepper
    1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
    1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
    nonstick cooking spray
    2 pieces Laughing Cow cheese, wedges swiss (optional)
    1 cup low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
    2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
    4 -6 mushrooms (optional)
    low-fat hot dog, sliced (optional)
Preparation
    Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat; saute onion, garlic and mushrooms for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add half & half and milk, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9x9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
    Toss pasta and sauce together. Add cheeses and optional hot dog slices; stir until well blended and pour into casserole dish. Top with Parmesan.
    Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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