1poundditalinielbow macaroni or other medium pasta shape, uncooked
1cupskim milk
¾cuppart skim ricotta cheese
½cupgrated low-fat cheddar cheese
⅓cupplus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
¼cupchopped parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼cupfine bread crumbsdry
2tablespoonsmelted margarine
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Prepare pasta according to package directions, reducing cooking time by one-third; drain.
While pasta is cooking, combine milk and ricotta in a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a medium mixing bowl and stir in cheddar cheese, ⅓ cup of Parmesan cheese, parsley and salt and pepper.
Stir pasta into cheese mixture until well blended.
Transfer to a 10-inch round casserole dish.
Stir bread crumbs, margarine and remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese in a small bowl until thoroughly mixed. Sprinkle mixture evenly over casserole.
Bake at 375°F until heated through, bubbling around the edges, and bread crumbs are golden brown, about 35 minutes. Serve immediately.