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August 26, 2011
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Two-Cheese Macaroni

Homestyle Pasta
Prep time:
14 minutes
Baking Time:
30 minutes

My Grandma’s version of macaroni and cheese is rich and tangy.

My Grandma’s version of macaroni and cheese is rich and tangy.

Ingredients

Serves 4 

  • 1 (7-ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; optional
Directions
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Place 2 quarts water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add macaroni. Boil until tender, about 10 minutes; drain well.

  3. 3

    Shred Cheddar. Whisk egg in a large bowl. Add cottage cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper; mix well. Stir in Cheddar.

  4. 4

    Fold macaroni into cheese mixture gently; mix well. Spoon macaroni mixture into prepared baking dish.

  5. 5

    Bake until the mixture is bubbly and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

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