Cheesy Baked Mac and Cheese with Sour Cream and Cottage Cheese
Ingredients List
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cooking spray
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1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
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2 (8 ounce) packages mild Cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
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1 (8 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
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¾ cup sour cream
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¾ cup cottage cheese
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1 large egg
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni for about 8 minutes, until tender yet firm to the bite. Drain well.
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Set aside 1/2 cup of shredded mild Cheddar cheese.
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In a bowl, combine the remaining mild Cheddar cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese, and egg. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in the drained macaroni, then transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with the reserved 1/2 cup of mild Cheddar cheese.
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Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let the dish cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 415 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 30g | Carbs |
| 22g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 415 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 23g | 30% |
| Saturated Fat 14g | 72% |
| Cholesterol 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium 420mg | 18% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 22g | 43% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 439mg | 34% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 176mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5