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Cheesy Tuna Mac

Source: Diabetic Cooking Magazine

Tuna and elbow macaroni in a creamy cheese sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Makes 4 servings
Amount Per Serving

Calories	425.1

Total Carbs	48.2 g

Dietary Fiber	1.3 g

Sugars	3.2 g

Total Fat	12.5 g

Saturated Fat	3.8 g

Unsaturated Fat	2.6 g

Potassium	359.3 mg

Protein	28.6 g

Sodium	420.1 mg

Dietary Exchanges 12.5 Fat, 0.3 Meat, 2.8 Starch, 2.5 Lean Meat

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Ingredients

Directions

Cook macaroni according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain and set aside.
Melt margarine in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, paprika, and salt. Cook and stir 1 minute.
Add broth and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes or until sauce thickens.
Add cheese spread, cook and stir until cheese melts.
Combine tuna and pasta in medium bowl.
Pour sauce mixture over tuna mixture, toss to coat.
Garnish with additional paprika, if desired.