Description
This Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese is ready in just 15 minutes and is packed with 24 grams of protein per serving!
Ingredients
Units
- 2 cups dried macaroni (8oz)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3-4 tbsp milk, as needed to blend
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Blend the sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, 3 tbsp milk, garlic powder, nutmeg, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until completely smooth, adding the extra tablespoon or two of milk if needed for blending.
- Combine and heat: Return the cooked macaroni to the pot or a large skillet over medium heat. Pour the sauce over the pasta and stir until the noodles are well coated and the sauce is melty and cheesy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Salt pasta water before cooking.
- Blend the sauce until completely smooth.
- If sauce thickens, stir in a splash of milk to loosen.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Garnish with pepper, Parmesan, or chopped parsley.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days.
- Reheat on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g