Cheesy Onion Macaroni Pasta

I have something very special for this mac n’ cheese, mostly because I have a thing for secretly healthy things that don’t seem healthy.
 In case you didn’t notice by the longest blog title ever, there is a ton of good stuff in this mac and cheese, because sometimes I just need to add in everything.

And by everything, I mean just caramelized onions.  :D

Are you in love yet?  My stomach is happy and so are my skinny jeans and so is my husband.  This is a delicious miracle!
Now, for the moment of truth.

Prep time:  5 mins

Cook time:  30 mins

Total time:  35 mins

Serves: 4

 

Ingredients

• ½ box whole grain elbow macaroni (about 2.5 cups dry)
• ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons evaporated milk
• ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 oz low fat cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter
• ½ cup onions, sliced thinly
• 1 large crispy apple, chopped or grated

Instructions

1. Heat butter in a skillet over low heat. When melted, add onions and let caramelize for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor. Keep heat on low/low-medium.
2. Cook the pasta according to directions. Drain and return to pan over low heat. Add chicken broth, evaporated milk, and cream cheese. When combined, add in salt.
3. Add onions to the pasta. Stir to combine and add a tablespoon more broth or milk if needed.
4. Just before serving, mix in cheese and stir until melted. Top it with Freshly ground Pepper powder.