[header] How to make comfort food healthier [title] Make homemade mac & cheese. [step] You can reduce the amount of fat and sodium in this classic comfort dish by adjusting of few of its main ingredients. Namely, use 1% milk instead of cream or whole milk, reduce the amount of butter you usually include, and replace some of the cheese with corn starch. 
Further, use a sharp cheddar cheese, as this will contain less fat. [substeps] Opt for whole grain noodles, and make the dish especially flavorful by adding your favorites herbs and spices.