High-Protein Mac and Cheese
Creamy, high-protein comfort food
A protein-packed twist on classic mac and cheese featuring elbow pasta in a rich cheddar sauce boosted with protein powder.
20Min
4Servings
520Cal
MediumLevel
Kid friendlyhigh-protein
#mealprep#macandcheese#protein#comfort-food
Equipment
Large pot
Colander
Saucepan
Whisk
Mixing bowl
Mixing spoon
Ingredients
Pasta
elbow macaroni (dry)
300 g
Cheese Sauce
cheddar cheese (shredded)
200 g
milk (whole)
400 ml
butter (unsalted)
30 g
all-purpose flour
30 g
protein powder (unflavored)
60 g
Instructions
1
Cook the pasta
Boil elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente.
8 mintimer 8 min
2
Make the roux
Melt butter and whisk in flour to create a smooth paste.
2 minMedium heat
Cook the roux for 1 minute to remove raw flour taste
3
Prepare the cheese sauce
Gradually whisk in milk, then add shredded cheddar and protein powder until smooth.
8 minMedium heattimer 5 min
Add protein powder off heat to prevent clumping
4
Combine and serve
Mix cooked pasta with cheese sauce until evenly coated.
2 min
Original recipe
Storage
Fridge: 3 days
Freezer: 30 days
Reheat: Microwave 2-3 minutes or skillet on medium heat
Add splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess
Your kitchen, together
Try Chopa today
Save recipes, plan meals, and manage your groceries — all in one place.