Baked Mac and Cheese

Health score
16%
Baked Mac and Cheese
45 min.
6
347kcal

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If you’re looking for a comforting and creamy dish that brings back childhood memories, look no further than this delicious Baked Mac and Cheese. Perfect as a side dish, lunch, or even a satisfying main course, this recipe is sure to please both kids and adults alike. With its rich blend of cottage cheese and sharp cheddar, it offers a delightful twist on the classic mac and cheese, while still maintaining that cheesy, gooey texture we all crave.

What sets this dish apart is not just its creamy goodness but also its simplicity. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that nourishes and delights. The addition of fresh parsley and crispy panko breadcrumbs on top adds a touch of elegance and a satisfying crunch, elevating it from ordinary to extraordinary. With only 347 calories per serving, it makes for a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Whether you’re serving it at a potluck, family gathering, or just enjoying a quiet evening at home, this Baked Mac and Cheese is bound to impress. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 12 ounce carton cottage cheese 2% low-fat
  • tablespoon flat-leaf parsley fresh minced
  • tablespoons panko bread crumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • ounces parmesan cheese fresh divided grated
  • 12 ounces penne pasta) (tube-shaped uncooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded finely

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  3. Drain; place in a large bowl.
  4. Place cottage cheese in a food processor; process until smooth.
  5. Combine cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add the cheese mixture to pasta, and stir well. Spoon mixture into an 11 x 7-inch glass or ceramic baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  7. Combine remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan, panko, and parsley in a small bowl.
  8. Sprinkle evenly over pasta mixture.
  9. Bake at 375 for 10 minutes.
  10. Preheat broiler (do not remove dish from the oven).
  11. Broil pasta 1 minute or until top browns.

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein24.25%
Fat19.41%
Carbs56.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.67
Glycemic Load
17.18
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
12.068260905535%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.44mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:346.87kcal
17.34%
Fat:7.36g
11.32%
Saturated Fat:3.95g
24.68%
Carbohydrates:48.08g
16.03%
Net Carbohydrates:46.01g
16.73%
Sugar:3.48g
3.87%
Cholesterol:18.14mg
6.05%
Sodium:677.56mg
29.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.69g
41.38%
Selenium:47µg
67.14%
Phosphorus:300.7mg
30.07%
Manganese:0.58mg
28.86%
Calcium:235.56mg
23.56%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.03%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.35%
Vitamin K:11.83µg
11.27%
Magnesium:42.15mg
10.54%
Copper:0.2mg
10.02%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.8%
Fiber:2.07g
8.29%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.89%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.05%
Vitamin B3:1.41mg
7.04%
Iron:1.2mg
6.65%
Folate:26.03µg
6.51%
Potassium:205.26mg
5.86%
Vitamin A:248.13IU
4.96%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.79%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.13%
Vitamin C:0.89mg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes