Protein Mac and Cheese
A cozy twist on classic mac and cheese, enriched with protein for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, ground turkey, or tofu)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: breadcrumbs, chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add milk gradually while whisking, and cook until thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and protein, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, adding optional toppings if desired.
Notes
Pair with a fresh side salad or garlic bread. Can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for two months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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