Description
Cottage cheese mac and cheese is a creamy, cheesy delight that combines the richness of cottage cheese and cheddar for a comforting, nutritious dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Elbow macaroni
- Cottage cheese
- Cheddar cheese
- Whole milk
- Unsalted butter
- All-purpose flour
- Seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika)
- Breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (7-9 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to form a roux; cook until golden (1-2 minutes).
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring until smooth and thickened.
- Remove from heat; mix in cheddar and cottage cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, mixing thoroughly.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish. If desired, top with breadcrumbs and extra cheddar.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sauté vegetables like spinach or bell peppers before mixing them into the pasta. - Use smoked cheese varieties for a unique twist. - Blend cottage cheese for an ultra-smooth texture.