Macaroni And Cottage Cheese Recipe

This isn't your grandma's mac and cheese! Indulge in a surprisingly creamy and comforting twist on a classic, featuring fluffy macaroni and tangy cottage cheese baked to golden perfection. A quick and easy weeknight meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 192.1 kcal

Protein 15g

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Ingredients for Macaroni And Cottage Cheese

1 pound macaroni
16 ounces cottage cheese
1/4 cup milk
Vegetable Oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 large egg
Garlic Clove
Cracker Crumb

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How to Make Macaroni And Cottage Cheese

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine 16 ounces of cottage cheese, 1/4 cup of milk, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 2 tablespoons of melted butter or oil.
Add 1 clove of minced garlic and salt and pepper to taste to the cottage cheese mixture.
Gently fold the egg mixture into the cottage cheese mixture.
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture and stir to coat evenly.
Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of bread crumbs (panko recommended).
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Macaroni And Cottage Cheese?

Macaroni And Cottage Cheese takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Macaroni And Cottage Cheese?

Macaroni And Cottage Cheese has approximately 192.1 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Macaroni And Cottage Cheese?

The key ingredients for Macaroni And Cottage Cheese are Macaroni, Cottage Cheese, Milk, Vegetable Oil, Salt, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.