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Description: NMSU ICAN and NMSU Chaves County Cooperative Extension Service present Whole Grain Macaroni and Cheese, with Amie Steen Whole Grain Macaroni and Cheese RECIPE Serving Size: 1 cup Total Servings: 7 Ingredients • 2 cups uncooked whole grain pasta (elbows or rotini) • 4 Tablespoons all-purpose white flour • 2⁄3 cup nonfat dry milk powder • 2 cups water • 2 cups American cheese, cut into pieces • ½ teaspoon black pepper • 1 can of peas, drained (optional) • 1 can of chicken, drained (optional) Directions 1. Cook whole grain elbow macaroni according to instructions on package. 2. Drain the cooked macaroni and return to pan. 3. Sprinkle flour into warm macaroni and stir thoroughly. 4. Mix nonfat dry milk powder with water. 5. Over medium heat, slowly stir in the prepared milk into the macaroni. 6. Add the cheese and pepper. 7. Stir over medium heat until the milk and cheese thicken into a creamy sauce- approximately 7-10 minutes. 8. Stir in drained vegetables and meat (if using), heat thoroughly. You can add a mixture of any vegetable to this recipe! Try adding carrots, broccoli, diced tomatoes, or green chili. Drain and rinse canned vegetables in a colander to remove excess sodium. Ideas for Cooking and Nutrition (ICAN) is a NMSU Cooperative Extension Service program funded by USDA's EFNEP and SNAP-Ed grants to provide nutrition education to SNAP-eligible audiences in New Mexico. For more information, visit ican.nmsu.edu or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/NMSUican This work is funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This institution is an equal opportunity provider. This work is delivered through New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service and College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES). ACES is an engine for economic and community development in New Mexico, improving the lives of New Mexicans through academics, research, and extension programs. USDA and NMSU are equal opportunity employers and educators.