Today, I’m sharing with you one of my all-time favorite comfort food recipes – Macaroni and Cottage Cheese. This recipe holds a special place in my heart as it reminds me of those cozy family dinners at my grandma’s house. Every time I make it, it’s like a warm hug from the past. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. It’s just good old macaroni mixed with creamy cottage cheese, a dollop of butter for that rich, velvety texture, and seasoned with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Despite such simple ingredients, the end result is nothing short of spectacular – a comforting bowl of creamy, cheesy goodness that’s sure to warm your heart and your tummy. This is also one of those recipes that’s incredibly easy to make, yet always impresses. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you want a hearty meal but don’t have the time or energy for anything complicated. Plus, it’s kid-approved, so it’s a great way to sneak in some protein for the little ones. So, if you’re craving some comfort food or just want to try something new and delicious, I highly recommend giving this Macaroni and Cottage Cheese recipe a try. Trust me, it’ll become a regular in your dinner rotation!
Ingredients
- 3 c. uncooked macaroni
- 1 small carton cottage cheese
- 1/2 stick butter
- salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Method
- Cook macaroni until tender.
- Drain.
- Put into dish and mix in 1 small carton cottage cheese.
- Brown butter in skillet and pour over mixture.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve.
Calorie: 450
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
The Unforgettable Macaroni Madness
First, let me start off by saying that any recipe involving macaroni and cheese is a recipe for success in my book. But this isn’t your ordinary, run-of-the-mill mac and cheese. Oh no, this is Macaroni and Cottage Cheese. I know what you’re thinking, “Cottage cheese? Really?” Trust me, it’s a match made in heaven.
The Ingredients Gathering Adventures
So, to start off, you’re going to need your basic macaroni. For this, I used 3 cups of uncooked macaroni. I know, I know, “uncooked” seems like a given. But you’d be surprised at the number of times I’ve had to explain this to people. Moving on.
Next up on our ingredient list is 1 small carton of cottage cheese. Again, it might seem strange to pair cottage cheese with macaroni, but I promise you, it’s a culinary revelation.
Now, for my favorite part: butter. A whole half a stick of it, no less. Because nothing says “delicious and nutritious” like half a stick of butter. And lastly, salt and pepper to taste. Because even macaroni needs a little jazzing up sometimes.
The Cooking Extravaganza
Once you’ve managed to wrangle all of your ingredients, it’s time to get cooking. First, cook your macaroni until it’s tender. But not too tender. You don’t want to end up with macaroni mush. Nobody wants macaroni mush.
Next, you’re going to drain your macaroni. Remember, we’re making macaroni and cottage cheese, not macaroni soup.
After you’ve drained your macaroni, put it into a dish and mix in your small carton of cottage cheese. Now, this is where things get interesting. The cottage cheese adds a tangy, creamy element to the dish that just takes it to a whole other level.
The Butter Browning Chronicles
Now, for the pièce de résistance. Take that half stick of butter and brown it in a skillet. Yes, you heard me right. We’re browning butter here, people. This isn’t your grandma’s macaroni and cheese.
Once your butter is browned to perfection, pour it over your macaroni and cottage cheese mixture. The butter will melt into the dish, mingling with the cottage cheese and macaroni to create a creamy, buttery delight that will have you questioning all your previous macaroni and cheese choices.
After you’ve sufficiently doused your dish in browned butter, it’s time to add your salt and pepper. Remember, this is to taste. Don’t go overboard with the seasoning. You want to enhance the flavors, not mask them.
The Grand Finale: Tasting Time
And finally, the moment of truth. It’s time to serve up your Macaroni and Cottage Cheese. Trust me when I say, this is one dish that will have you coming back for seconds. Hell, you might even go for thirds. Who am I to judge?
So there you have it, folks. My journey into the world of Macaroni and Cottage Cheese. It was a wild ride, but one that was definitely worth taking. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with a bowl of macaroni.
