Description
A healthier take on classic mac and cheese packed with protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat macaroni
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt, almond milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Drain macaroni and mix with cheese sauce in a large bowl.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
- Substitute any cheese you prefer.
- Add vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Healthy Comfort Food, Protein Mac and Cheese, Low Fat Mac and Cheese