Cottage Cheese Casserole Recipe

This easy and cheesy Cottage Cheese Macaroni Casserole recipe is a comforting classic, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. The creamy cottage cheese mixture complements the tender macaroni and creates a delightful texture. Get ready to be amazed by this surprisingly simple yet incredibly flavorful dish!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 321.6 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cottage Cheese Casserole

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How to Make Cottage Cheese Casserole

  1. In a large skillet, sauté 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/4 cup butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1 pound elbow macaroni, 2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until macaroni is tender, about 25 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 2 (15 ounce) containers cottage cheese, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  5. Pour half of the macaroni mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  6. Spread half of the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the macaroni.
  7. Repeat layers with remaining macaroni and cottage cheese mixtures.
  8. Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

14g

Carbs

15g