Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

"Ready in 25 minutes and incredibly creamy and cheesy, it's perfect for weeknight family dinners. This Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese is for those days when you're fighting the temptation to make something cheesy and comforting for dinner, but still want to be "healthy." Like my cottage cheese alfredo sauce and cottage cheese lasagna, it's a little more nutritious than the classic version and never skimps on the indulgent creaminess you love."

"Pasta - Use elbow macaroni to keep it classic, or go with another short-cut pasta noodle instead, like shells, cavatappi, rotini, or penne. Gluten-free pasta will also work. Cottage cheese - Full-fat cottage cheese is the star ingredient in this high-protein mac and cheese. You can use low-fat cottage cheese as a substitute, but the sauce will not be as creamy, rich, and velvety smooth."

Cottage cheese mac and cheese uses full-fat cottage cheese, milk, flour, and shredded cheddar to create a creamy, high-protein cheese sauce that yields about 35 grams of protein per serving. The recipe cooks in roughly 25 minutes and keeps classic macaroni comfort while offering more nutrition than traditional versions. Use elbow macaroni or any short pasta, and consider gluten-free pasta or flour substitutions. Freshly shredding cheddar improves melting and flavor; full-fat cottage cheese ensures the richest texture. Variations include swapping cheeses like Gruyère or Fontina and stirring in vegetables such as peas, spinach, or broccoli for added nutrients.

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