Description
Enjoy a delicious twist on classic mac and cheese with this High Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese recipe. Creamy cottage cheese adds a protein boost to this comforting dish, making it a satisfying and flavorful meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pasta:
- 2 cups pasta (macaroni, penne, or fusilli)
Cheese Sauce:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in garlic powder and then milk until smooth. Gradually add shredded cheddar until melted.
- Combine and Heat: Combine drained pasta and cottage cheese in the pot; pour cheddar sauce over and stir until evenly coated. Heat through on low for about 2-3 minutes without boiling.
- Serve: Serve warm, optionally garnished with additional cheddar or herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: High Protein, Mac and Cheese, Cottage Cheese Recipe
