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High Protein Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

This high-protein cottage cheese mac and cheese is both creamy and satisfying. It’s a great option for those looking to boost their protein intake. Everything seasoning adds a fun twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Dinner, Pasta, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 1122
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup high protein elbow pasta
  • 1/2 cup high protein cottage cheese
  • 1 ounce cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/2 ounce parmigiano reggiano, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cheddar cheese powder optional
  • 2 tablespoon high protein milk
  • Dash Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until tender with a bite, about 7 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile in a food processor or high-powered blender add cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, Cheddar cheese powder, Worcestershire, Dijon, and milk. Season with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Drain pasta, and return pasta to pan. Pour in cheese sauce. Add everything bagel seasoning; stir to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 1122kcalCarbohydrates: 156gProtein: 62gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 4293mgFiber: 18gSugar: 27g

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