Protein White Mac and Cheese

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Protein White Mac and Cheese

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Calories 480 kcal

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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