Description
This creamy, dreamy mac & cheese is a cozy twist on the classic — made lighter with protein-packed cottage cheese but still loaded with comforting flavor. It’s quick, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying. Try it out next time you’re craving a warm bowl of love in under 15 minutes!
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar
½ cup milk
1 tsp mustard powder
1 cup cooked pasta (like elbow macaroni)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, milk, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the cooked pasta.
Heat the mixture in a pan over medium heat until warm, gooey, and cheesy throughout.
Serve hot — optionally top with more shredded cheese or breadcrumbs for extra indulgence!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 380/serving
- Fat: 18g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 28g/serving
- Fiber: 2g/serving
- Protein: 22g/serving