High-Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese
A delightful twist on a classic mac and cheese, packed with protein from cottage cheese for a comforting and nutritious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Blend the cottage cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the cooked macaroni and the cottage cheese mixture in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top if desired, and broil for a few minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy your high-protein comfort food!
Notes
To maintain creaminess, reheat with a splash of milk. Avoid overcooking pasta to prevent a mushy texture.