High Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese
If you’re seeking a comforting, protein-packed meal that’s quick to prepare, look no further than this High Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese. This dish elevates the classic mac and cheese experience with a creamy blend of cottage cheese and sharp cheddar, delivering both flavor and nutrition in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, you can whip it up in just 30 minutes. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it a family favorite that everyone will adore!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta (macaroni, penne, or fusilli)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic powder, then whisk in the whole milk until smooth. Gradually stir in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Drain the pasta and mix it with cottage cheese in the pot. Pour the cheddar sauce over and stir until evenly coated.
- Heat through on low for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheddar or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg