Description
Cottage cheese mac and cheese is a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, combining creamy cottage cheese with sharp cheddar for a rich, protein-packed dish. This easy-to-make recipe elevates traditional mac and cheese, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its velvety texture and endless customization options, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni with cottage cheese, cheddar, milk, butter, and garlic powder; stir until evenly mixed.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg