Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese
Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese is healthy twist on Mac and cheese that's higher in protein, lower calorie and delicious! Rich, creamy and perfect for healthier comfort food.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 348kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz Chickpea Pasta or pasta of choice
- 1/2 cup 2% Cottage Cheese
- 1 cup Almond Milk or milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon Arrowroot Powder or cornstarch
- 4 oz Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, milk, cornstarch, cheddar cheese, and seasonings. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce into a skillet and heat over medium-low heat. Cook for 7-8 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- When the pasta is cooked, stir into the cheese sauce then serve!
Notes
- Recipe makes 4 servings (about 4 cups) - 1/4th of the recipe equals on serving (or about 1 cup).
- Be sure not to cook the sauce at a higher temperature than medium-low to avoid the sauce from separating.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 409mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 384IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 340mg | Iron: 6mg