Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese

Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese

Preparation: 20mins  Cooking: 30mins  Serves: 4  Calories Per Serving: 730

 

NEEDED ITEMS:

8 ounce small elbow macaroni

2 cups large-curd cottage cheese

1 cup sour cream

1 egg lightly beaten

3/4 teaspoon salt 

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

2 teaspoons dijon or prepared spicy brown mustard

21/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 

PREPARATION:

1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Cook the macaroni according to package directions. 

2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, pepper, mustard, and 2 cups of the cheddar cheese.

3. Drain the macaroni thoroughly in a colander, and toss with the cheese mixture in the bowl. spread the mixture evenly in a buttered 8"x8"x2" backing dish. top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, and back, uncovered, for 30 to 35mins, or until set. if the macaroni and cheese are browning too quickly, cover with aluminum foil after 20mins of baking.