Shredded Zucchini adds a healthy and buttery touch to the standard Mac and Cheese. 	
	
					
				Course:
				
					Main Course				
			
					
				Cuisine:
				
					American				
			
					
				Keyword:
				
					healthy mac and cheese, zucchini recipe				
			
						
			Servings: 6 
		
								
			Author: Jackie
		
			 
		
		
				
						
								- 
										1
															pound
										elbow macaroni
										cooked
									
 
								- 
										4
															tablespoons
										unsalted butter
									
 
								- 
										2
															cloves
										garlic
										finely diced
									
 
								- 
										3
															tablespoons
										all-purpose flour
									
 
								- 
										1 ½
															cups
										milk
									
 
								- 
										½
															teaspoon
										salt
									
 
								- 
										½
															teaspoon
										pepper
									
 
								- 
										2
															cups
										shredded zucchini
									
 
								- 
										1
															cup
										shredded cheddar cheese
									
 
							
		 
	 	 	 
			
		
				
						
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Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
														 
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In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 2-4 minutes, stirring regularly.
														 
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Whisk in flour to make a roux. Flour will absorb the butter making it look chunky.
														 
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Slowly add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to combine.
														 
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Stir in shredded zucchini and cheese. Cook sauce over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce has thickened.
														 
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Add cooked macaroni, toss with sauce and serve!