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cottage cheese recipes : Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

cottage cheese recipes :Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese
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Difficulty Beginner
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Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 25 mins
Servings 4
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:Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

Mac and cheese was one of my favorite childhood dishes and remains a go-to comfort food today. However, as I've grown older, I've realized the importance of eating balanced meals that include fiber and protein, which traditional mac and cheese often lacks.

After discovering how well blended cottage cheese works in my healthy green pasta sauce, I thought it would be perfect for a protein-packed mac and cheese recipe—and I was right!

This cottage cheese mac and cheese delivers all the cheesy goodness you crave, along with 23 grams of protein. Pair it with a high-fiber pasta, like whole wheat or chickpea varieties, and some air-fried frozen broccoli for an easy, well-rounded meal. Trust me, it's a game-changer!

Ingredients
  • 1 tsp corn starch
  • 2 tsp pasta water
  • ⅛ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ black pepper
  • ⅛ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese
  • ⅓ cup nutritional yeast
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 8 oz dry higher fiber macaroni elbows
Instructions
    • Cook the pasta following the package instructions, ensuring to salt the water. Drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of the cooking water for later use.

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    • In a blender, combine cottage cheese, milk, nutritional yeast, shredded cheese, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and onion powder. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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    1. In a small bowl, mix the reserved pasta water with cornstarch, whisking until well combined.
    2. Pour the cheese sauce into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir continuously. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Keep stirring to prevent the sauce from burning (refer to notes below for additional tips). If desired, stir in extra cheese.
    3. Add the cooked pasta directly into the thickened sauce, stir well to coat, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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Note

When heating the sauce, make sure the heat is kept at a moderate level to avoid overheating. It's best to add the cooled pasta promptly—avoid adding it while it's still hot from boiling—and stir frequently. This helps prevent the cottage cheese from curdling or separating.

Please find the estimated nutritional information for this recipe below. Keep in mind that a recipe is more than just its nutritional values, and these numbers shouldn't dictate your food choices. Remember, both your body and soul deserve nourishment! The website owner is not responsible for the accuracy of this nutritional estimation.

Nutrition Information:

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 399 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg
  • Sodium: 363mg
  • Potassium: 308mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 421 IU
  • Vitamin C: 0.02 mg
  • Calcium: 292 mg
  • Iron: 2 mg
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