The BEST Balanced Mac & Cheese

The BEST Balanced Mac & Cheese

By Adapted from: Foodie with Family

Entree

INGREDIENTS

8 oz whole wheat pasta, dried
1 c cottage cheese
1 ½ c sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 c high protein milk, or milk of choice
½ c whey powder, unflavored
1 Tbsp cornstarch
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp mustard powder
1/3 tsp paprika
¼ tsp pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

Cook pasta according to the package directions.
While pasta cooks, add all remaining ingredients to a blender or food processor fitted with a metal blade. Process until smooth.
Pour cheese mixture into a large saucepan and cook over medium-low heat for 8-10 mins, whisking frequently, until the cheese sauce is slightly thickened.
Stir pasta into sauce to combine.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

SERVES: 4

SERVING SIZE: 228g

CALORIES: 510

FAT: 20g

SATURATED FAT: 11g

CARBOHYDRATES: 58g

SUGAR: 12g

SODIUM: 470mg

FIBER: 5g

PROTEIN: 30g

CHOLESTEROL: 70mg

APPETIZERS/SNACKS

BREAKFAST

ENTRÉE

DESSERT

PASTA

SOUP

SALAD

SIDE

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