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High Protein Mac and Cheese

A creamy, cheesy mac and cheese packed with protein from Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, perfect for a nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: comfort food, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz whole wheat elbow macaroni
Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese low-fat
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt plain, non-fat
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste
Topping
  • 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling
  • 1 tsp paprika for garnish

Method
 

Cook Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Prepare Cheese Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Combine and Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In the pot used for the pasta, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce, stirring until well coated.
  2. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish. In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil and sprinkle over the top of the mac and cheese. Dust with paprika.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your high protein mac and cheese!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to add cooked vegetables or protein like chicken or turkey for extra nutrition.

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