Description
A creamy and delicious mac and cheese recipe made with blended cottage cheese for a healthier twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- In a large pot, combine the cooked macaroni and the blended cottage cheese mixture.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to the pot and stir until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot and enjoy your creamy delight!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cooked bacon or vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more or less milk to the cheese mixture.
- This dish can be baked for a crispy top by transferring to a baking dish and broiling for a few minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Blended Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese, Healthy Mac and Cheese, Creamy Mac and Cheese