Creamy Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese is a lighter twist on the traditional comfort food favorite, using creamy cottage cheese blended into a smooth cheese sauce with sharp cheddar. It’s a simple and quick recipe that combines wholesome ingredients for a delicious, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 2 cups macaroni
Cheese Sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the macaroni. Cook until al dente according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make Cheese Sauce: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese and shredded cheddar. Blend until smooth and creamy to create the cheese sauce.
- Mix Pasta and Sauce: Pour the blended cheese sauce over the cooked macaroni and gently stir to combine, ensuring all the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
Notes
- You can add a pinch of garlic powder or mustard powder to the cheese sauce for extra flavor.
- Feel free to sprinkle extra cheddar on top and broil for a few minutes for a bubbly, golden crust.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for a larger portion.
- Use low-fat or non-fat cottage cheese for a lighter version.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese, Healthy Mac and Cheese, Easy Mac and Cheese, Protein Packed Mac and Cheese
