Description
A simple and creamy mac and cheese recipe using cottage cheese for a smooth texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Remove from heat. Stir in cottage cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined and smooth.
- Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a blend of cheeses like cheddar and Monterey Jack.
- You can add cooked bacon bits or chopped chives for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cottage cheese mac and cheese, creamy mac and cheese, easy mac and cheese, homemade mac and cheese, pasta recipe