Description
A delicious and nutritious twist on traditional mac and cheese, packed with high protein from cottage cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Drain the macaroni and add it to the cheese mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cooked bacon or vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Adjust the cheese types based on your preference for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese, Mac and Cheese, High Protein, Comfort Food