Mac and Cheese with Bacon and Peas
How to Make It
Step 1
1
In a 4- to 5-quart pan over high heat, bring broth, milk, and macaroni to a boil. Stir mixture often until the pasta is tender to bite, about 10 minutes.
Step 2
2
Blend cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water until smooth. Stir into pan and continue stirring until mixture boils.
Step 3
3
Add peas and Canadian bacon; mix well and remove from heat. Sprinkle cheese over pasta mixture and stir just until melted, 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 4
4
Spoon into wide bowls or onto plates and sprinkle generously with pepper and nutmeg.
Ingredients
2 cups fat-skimmed chicken broth
1 cup nonfat milk
1/2 pound dried elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup frozen petite peas
1/4 pound Canadian bacon, cut into thin strips
1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
Fresh-ground pepper
Fresh-grated nutmeg
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