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High Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

A creamy and protein-packed twist on the classic mac and cheese, using cottage cheese for a healthier option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni or any pasta of choice
Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese preferably low-fat
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for flavor
  • 1/2 cup milk can use almond milk for a lighter version
  • 1 tbsp butter optional, for richness
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs for crunch
  • 1 tbsp olive oil to mix with bread crumbs

Method
 

Cook Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Prepare Cheese Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Combine and Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In the pot with the cooked pasta, pour the cheese sauce and mix until the pasta is well coated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, mix bread crumbs with olive oil and sprinkle over the pasta.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.

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