Macaroni Casserole With Fresh Herbs And Cheddar Recipe

• 1 1/2 c. Uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 c. Minced onions
• 1/4 c. Minced celery
• 1/4 c. Minced sweet green pepper
• 2 tsp Finely minced garlic
• 1 Tbsp. Minced fresh oregano (or possibly 1 tsp. dry oregano)
• 2 Tbsp. Minced fresh basil (or possibly minced Italian parsley)
• 1/2 c. Crushed canned tomatoes Salt to taste Black pepper, freshly grnd to taste
• 2 Tbsp. Butter
• 2 Tbsp. Flour
• 2 c. Lowfat milk
• 2 c. Cubed or possibly shredded Cheddar cheese Cayenne pepper to taste
• 1/4 tsp Freshly grated nutmeg
• 2 Tbsp. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

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