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Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

This Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese recipe is a must-try. It’s not only delicious but also lighter than the traditional version and higher in protein thanks to the use of cottage cheese and almond milk.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: JENNIFER GAMBLE

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces gluten free pasta
  • 1/2 cup 2% cottage cheese
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly shredded gruyere cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chopped parsley to garnish

Instructions

  • Cook the 8 ounces gluten free pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
    Pasta cooked until al dente.
  • While the pasta is cooking, combine 1/2 cup 2% cottage cheese, 1 cup almond milk, 1 Tablespoon cornstarch, 3/4 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup freshly shredded gruyere cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika into a blender. Blend until you have a smooth mixture.
    Sauce ingredients blended until smooth.
  • Transfer the blended cheese sauce to a skillet and warm over medium-low heat. Stir frequently and cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
    Sauce thickened in a saucepan.
  • Drain the cooked pasta and pour the hot cheese sauce directly over the pasta. Stir well to ensure all the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
    Sauce being poured over the cooked pasta.
  • Top with 2 teaspoons fresh chopped parsley to garnish before serving.
    Cottage cheese mac and cheese garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This recipe makes 4 servings, and is perfect to meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
Change up the flavors by affing additional spices, such as a little cayenne pepper for some added heat. 
Add in chicken strips for an additional boost of protein. 

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 571mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 369IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 327mg | Iron: 1mg