Zippy Macaroni and Cheese

Number of servings : 4

Prep time: 20 Minutes

Cooking time: 25 Minutes

Type of meal : | Main Courses | Main Courses

Special diet :

Ingredients

1 1/3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tsp cornstarch
1 cup milk
1 small onion, grated
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 to 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
1 tbsp butter, melted

Directions

Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain. Add together the cottage, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, set aside.

In a large saucepan, combine cornstarch and milk until smooth. Stir in the onion, green pepper, mustard, salt and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over macaroni mixture and gently stir to coat.

Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine cornflakes and butter and sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and the top is golden brown.

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• Type of Meal Main Courses

Type of Meal Main Courses