Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

5 from 21 votes

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.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie

Servings: servings

Calories: 348kcal

Author: Megan Olson

Ingredients

8 oz Chickpea Pasta or pasta of choice
½ cup 2% Cottage Cheese
1 cup Almond Milk or milk of choice
1 tablespoon Arrowroot Powder or cornstarch
4 oz Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
¼ teaspoon Paprika

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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

Servings: Recipe makes 4 servings (about 4 cups) - 1/4th of the recipe equals on serving (or about 1 cup).
Cooking the Sauce: Be sure not to cook the sauce at a higher temperature than medium-low to avoid the sauce from separating.
Freezing: This dish isn’t good for freezing but you can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to five days. Reheat it in the microwave or in a skillet on the stove.
Cheese: For best flavor, use a sharp or even extra sharp cheddar cheese.
Additional Mix-ins: Add veggies such as broccoli, peas, spinach, or cauliflower. You can also add shredded chicken, turkey breast, shrimp, or baked tempeh all work great and will boost the protein even more.

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