High Protein Mac and Cheese
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups protein pasta uncooked
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup cottage cheese whipped
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- black pepper to taste
- paprika to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente.
- Heat a saucepan over medium heat and lightly coat with spray oil. Add minced garlic and sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add the flour directly to the pan and stir constantly for about 1 minute to form a light roux.
- Stir in the cheddar and let it melt fully. Season with salt, paprika, and plenty of black pepper.
- Add the cottage cheese and blend until smooth and creamy (make sure it has been whipped in food processor or blender)
- Add the cooked pasta into the sauce and mix until every noodle is covered.
- If you want more protein add the cooked chicken here.
- Top with parsley and more pepper!
