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Deluxe Macaroni ‘n’ Cheese

27 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min.

Makes

10 servings

Updated: Feb. 08, 2022
Our six grandchildren, who don't think a meal is complete without macaroni and cheese, love this creamy version featuring cheddar and cottage cheese.—Bertha Johnson, Indianapolis, Indiana
Deluxe Macaroni ‘n’ Cheese
Deluxe Macaroni 'n' Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups 4% cottage cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • Garlic salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
  • Paprika, optional

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, garlic salt and pepper. Add cheddar cheese; mix well. Add macaroni and stir until coated.
  2. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with paprika if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 255 calories, 13g fat (9g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 492mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.