Protein Mac and Cheese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 360kcal
Cost: $2
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Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni noodles
- 3/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 3/4 cup skim milk or almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta just until al dente. Drain and set aside.8 oz elbow macaroni noodles
- Add cottage cheese, milk, cornstarch, salt, and pepper to a small mixing bowl or blender. Use an immersion blender or blender to blend until smooth.3/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese, 3/4 cup skim milk or almond milk , 1 1/2 Tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Add the sauce to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a very low boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese. Once melted, stir in the cooked pasta.1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- Taste and add additional salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
Serving size: 209 grams, based on a total recipe weight of 836 grams.
Tuna Mac: Stir in 1 cup frozen peas and a 5-ounce can of tuna.
Gluten Free: Use your favorite gluten free noodles. I recommend the jovial brand!
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 740mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 301IU | Calcium: 283mg | Iron: 1mg
