Macaroni and Cottage Cheese
Creamy, comforting, and delightfully simple, this Macaroni and Cottage Cheese recipe is a quick and wholesome twist on classic mac and cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines tender macaroni pasta with a velvety sauce made from creamy cottage cheese, melted butter, and a hint of milk for richness. Parmesan cheese is added for a touch of sharpness, while paprika and black pepper deliver a subtle kick. Ready in just 25 minutes and made with only a handful of pantry staples, this dish is as easy as it is satisfying. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, and enjoy this cozy, protein-packed take on a family favorite. Perfect for those seeking a nutritious yet indulgent comfort food!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams macaroni pasta
- 200 grams cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 50 milliliters milk
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the cottage cheese sauce. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the milk.
Step 3
Add the cottage cheese to the saucepan and stir until it begins to slightly melt and turn creamy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well and remove the saucepan from heat.
Step 5
Once the macaroni is cooked, drain it well and return it to the pot.
Step 6
Pour the prepared cottage cheese sauce over the macaroni and gently toss to evenly coat the pasta.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or paprika to suit your preference.
Step 8
Divide the macaroni and cottage cheese into serving bowls. Garnish each portion with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (568.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1448.6 |
| Total Fat 41.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g | |
| Cholesterol 118.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3461.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 208.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.4g | |
| Protein 59.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 546.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 799.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories