YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese with Cauliflower
A nutritious twist on the classic comfort food featuring whole wheat elbows combined with tender cauliflower florets, all enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce made with a blend of low-fat cottage cheese, nonfat Greek yogurt, and a touch of reduced-fat cheddar. This baked delight offers a satisfying balance of protein, fiber, and flavor, making it a perfect meal for any time of the day.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup whole wheat elbow macaroni (cooked)
1 cup cauliflower florets
1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Cook the whole wheat elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, steam or blanch the cauliflower florets until just tender, about 4-5 minutes, then roughly chop if desired.
In a large bowl, combine the low-fat cottage cheese, nonfat Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and smooth.
Stir in the cooked macaroni, cauliflower, and half of the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is melted and slightly golden.
Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving.