Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese
Cottage cheese mac and cheese is a creamy, comforting twist on the classic dish that will warm your heart and please your palate. With the delightful tang of cottage cheese paired with rich cheddar, this dish delivers both nostalgia and flavor in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup large curd cottage cheese
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to create a roux, cooking for about 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth; stir until thickened (about 5 minutes). Mix in cottage cheese and half of the cheddar until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, stirring until evenly coated.
- (Optional) Transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining cheddar and breadcrumbs, then bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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