High Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

High Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

Author: Sara Smith Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Other Recipes Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Dry Chickpea Pasta
  • 1 2/3 cup Cottage Cheese (4 percent)
  • 1/2 cup Skim Milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella
  • 2/3 cup Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast (Optional)
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Instructions

  1. Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Add cottage cheese, skim milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend on high until creamy.
  3. Pour the cottage cheese mixture into a pan over low heat and warm gently, stirring frequently.
  4. Add mozzarella, cheddar cheese, and nutritional yeast to the pan, allowing the cheeses to melt slowly.
  5. Stir until smooth and creamy while keeping the heat low.
  6. Pour the cooked pasta into the pan and stir until evenly coated.
  7. Sprinkle more cheese on top and give it a quick melt if desired.
  8. Serve and enjoy, tasting for salt before plating.

Notes

  1. Store in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk to revive creaminess.