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High Protein Pumpkin Mac & Cheese

Made using only a few ingredients and prepared all in one pot, this is a must for a high protein, comforting meal!
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Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Keyword: dinner, high protein, pumpkin, side dish
Servings: 2
Author: Hailey McCluskey

Ingredients

  • 14 oz pasta of choice
  • enough water to cover the pasta in a shallow pan
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • ½ cup pumpkin purée
  • ¼ cup milk
  • S&P to taste
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • In a large pan, add pasta, sprinkle of salt & just enough water to cover pasta laying flat in pan
  • Gently boil over medium high heat, stirring occasionally until most water is absorbed by pasta noodles
  • Blend cottage cheese, pumpkin, milk and seasonings of choice
  • Coat noodles in cheese sauce + shredded cheddar; stir to combine, letting any excess pasta water lend a silky texture to the Mac & cheese