Protein White Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- cups high protein pasta, dry1 cup low fat cottage cheese1 cup milk1 cup part skim mozzarella shredded1 half cup parmesan freshly grated1 tablespoon butter or olive oil1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powderSalt and pepper to taste
- Optional:1 scoop unflavored protein powder1 teaspoon Dijon mustardPinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve one quarter cup pasta water then drain.
- Blend cottage cheese and milk until completely smooth.
- In a saucepan over medium low heat melt butter or oil.
- Add blended sauce and heat gently stirring often.
- Stir in mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and loosen with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Optional whisk in protein powder until fully incorporated.
- Serve hot and with cheese on top if desired!
- Macros per serving
- Calories 480Protein 40 gCarbs 48 gFat 13 g
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcalProtein: 40g
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