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Easy Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A quick and creamy mac and cheese recipe with cottage cheese for added protein and flavor.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 10 ounces Pasta

Broth

  • 1 cup Bone Broth (Optional for flavor and protein)

Dairy

  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese (Fat Free, Reduced Fat, or Full Fat)
  • 5 ounces Cheddar Cheese (Fat Free, Reduced Fat, or Full Fat)
  • 1 cup Milk (or Milk Substitute (Fat Free, Reduced Fat, or Full Fat))

Thickeners & Spices

  • 1.5 tablespoons Corn Starch
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Mustard
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked Preferred)
  • 0.25 teaspoon Onion Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Protein

  • 12 ounces Cooked Protein (Chicken, Beef, Turkey, Tuna, etc)

Instructions 

  • Cook your pasta according to package instructions, adding bone broth if desired.
  • Combine all ingredients except protein in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook on low, stirring until thickened.
  • Mix in cooked pasta and protein, then serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add some bacon bits or herbs.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Mac and Cheese