Ultimate High Protein Mac and Cheese
A comforting and nutritious twist on classic mac and cheese, packed with high-protein ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces High-Protein Pasta (chickpea or lentil-based)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Cream or Milk
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Reserved Pasta Water
Instructions
- Cook your pasta: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the high-protein pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 6-8 minutes. Save 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Melt the butter: In the same pot (or a separate saucepan), melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add cream or milk: Pour in the cream or milk and stir gently, keeping a gentle simmer.
- Stir in cheddar cheese: Gradually add the shredded cheddar, whisking until melted and creamy.
- Incorporate Greek yogurt: Remove from heat, stir in Greek yogurt, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce. Stir well, adding reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Serve and enjoy: Dish into bowls and savor each cheesy mouthful.
Notes
This recipe is endlessly customizable. Feel free to add veggies, swap cheeses, or incorporate spices to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, high protein, comfort food, vegetarian, quick meal