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✭ How To LIGHT MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH SPINACH

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Try easy LIGHT MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH SPINACH Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 3?4 cups low-fat milk, divided 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (8 oz.) 1 cup low fat cottage cheese 1?2 teaspoon salt 1?4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 1?8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed 8 ounces elbow macaroni 1?4 cup toasted wheat germ DIRECTIONS Heat oven to 400F. Spray 8" square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup of the milk and flour until smooth. In heavy medium saucepan, heat remaining 1 1/2 cups milk over medium heat until steaming. Add flour mixture; cook 2-3 minutes or until sauce boils and thickens, whisking constantly. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Stir in cottage cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook spinach according to package directions; drain. Rinse under col