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Does January have you wanting some comfort food? Get ready to make the famous 3-Day Mac & Cheese!

INGREDIENTS

Makes 8 servings:
16oz Penne pasta
5 cups Alfredo Sauce
1 cup Heavy Cream
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
6oz Panko Breadcrumbs

INSTRUCTIONS:

Cook the pasta until al dente, drain and cool.
Mix together alfredo sauce, heavy cream, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
Toss cheese mixture with pasta and spread pasta mixture into oven safe
casserole dish
Top pasta mixture evenly with panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese
Cover with foil and bake in preheated 325 degree oven for 25- 30 minutes, until
hot. Uncover for last 5 minutes of heating, so that cheese topping can toast and
get golden brown.

Recipe courtesy of Kris Kauker

Photo Courtesy of Denise Krebs

There’s nothing nutty about loving peanut butter. Our 3-Day favorites are obviously Grahamwiches, but you can go all out with a wide range of sweet and salty treats. Plus, March is National Peanut Butter Month, so it’s the perfect time to embrace this favorite protein-rich ingredient for your training walk snacks, a mid-afternoon boost, or even as a fundraising snack for your team bake sale.

Peanut Butter Oat Squares

If you’re not super skilled in the kitchen, these 3-ingredient bars are the way to go. All you need is rolled oats, peanut butter and honey, and you’ll be set! They’re also a great meal-prep option you can make on Sunday, and then snack on all week long.

Photo via Beaming Baker

Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Cookies

Have food allergies, or are you looking to work some healthier options onto your “dessert” menu? These cookies are made with vegan, gluten-free, dairy free and whole grain ingredients. Plus, they’re tasty! It’s a win-win you can have with your morning coffee, or while watching your guilty pleasure on TV after work.

Photo via Crazy for Crust

Skinny Peanut Butter Dip

Eat this version with crackers, apples, carrots, celery, or just by the spoonful. It’s packed with protein so it will fill you up, and is made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

These are all sweet ways to celebrate National Peanut Butter Month! Or keep it simple, with these no-cook ideas like:

Make the summer camp classic of “Ants on a Log,” by cutting a banana or celery in half lengthwise, spreading peanut butter on each flat side, and topping with a sprinkle of raisins.
Pair your peanut butter with other fruits and veggies like apples, carrots, and celery for an easy mid-afternoon snack.
Give yourself a throwback to Parent Trap and dip Oreos in peanut butter for the ultimate dessert.
Slice a banana in half, put it in the freezer overnight, then spread a little peanut butter between your frozen banana slices. Add some Nutella for an extra indulgence.
Last but never least, sandwich your peanut butter between two graham crackers, then add a little bit of jelly, and you’ll have your very own Grahamwich!