Description
This high-protein cottage cheese mac and cheese is a creamy, satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights, utilizing cottage cheese for a lighter texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the pasta to prevent a mushy texture. Use high-quality cheese for the best creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 30mg