Mac 'n' Cheese

Light version of Mac "n" Cheese

Ingredients

1/2 (16-oz.) package whole wheat penne pasta

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups 1% low-fat milk

1 cup (4 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Pinch of paprika

Direction

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.

2. Whisk together flour and 1/4 cup milk. Add flour mixture to remaining milk, whisking until smooth.

3. Bring milk mixture to a boil in a large skillet over medium heat; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, whisking constantly, 3 to 5 minutes or until smooth. Stir in cheese and next 4 ingredients until smooth. Stir in pasta, and cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Serve immediately.