Easy Baked Macaroni & Cheese

misfit_vixen's Note:

This dish has become a family holiday favorite. It's so easy and quick though, that you might want to serve it on a regular basis. I've made this with both regular and low fat ingredients and have been pleased with the results each time, though I wouldn't suggest using fat free products.

• Total Time: 45 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 12

• 1/2 lb elbow macaroni
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups small curd cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions:

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
2. Mix sour cream, cottage cheese, milk, egg, salt and pepper in large mixing bowl.
3. Gently add noodles and 2 cups of cheddar cheese, mixing lightly.
4. Pour into a greased 13" x 9" caserole dish.
5. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Reviews

[internetnut]

I gave this recipe 3 stars. I made this for my families dinner. My family really liked this mac & cheese. I thought it had a bit of a tangy flavor from the cottage cheese. Overall it wasn't bad and I will make it again. Thanks for posting! Christine (internetnut)

[Stern507]

This recipe is so easy and the results are quite tasty. My family loved it. I read a review that called this dish a little bland. Make sure to cook the macaroni in salted water and don't be afraid to hit the egg with some salt, too. If something tastes bland, season it. Thanks for the recipe. It is a keeper.

[MarlaM]

This was very good. I loved that it was so easy to throw together! At first bite, I thought it was a little bland, but the more I ate, the more I liked it and ended up going back for more. I was just making it for the family, so I halved the recipe. Thanks for a quick and easy mac & cheese!