Stringy Macaroni

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14
Delicious Stringy Macaroni recipe for your lunch or dinner
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can tomato sauce
1 can canned tomatoes
1 small onion , minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano
1 package medium seashell pasta
1 package cottage cheese
1/2 pound mozzarella cheese , shredded
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
450
Sugar
8g
Fat
20g
Stringy Macaroni is a classic American pasta dish that is loved by both adults and kids. This recipe is a variation of the traditional macaroni and cheese, adding a tomato-based sauce with a combination of cottage cheese and mozzarella cheese. The result is a rich and creamy pasta bake with plenty of stringy melted cheese on top. The dish is perfect for a busy weeknight or a weekend dinner with friends and family. Serve it with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal experience.

Instructions

1.Cook seashell pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package instructions until al dente.
2.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and set aside.
3.In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the canned tomatoes, tomato sauce, minced onion, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
4.Mix together the cooked pasta, cottage cheese, and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella in a large bowl. Spread half of the pasta mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, then pour half of the tomato sauce mixture on top. Repeat the layering with the remaining pasta and sauce. Top with remaining shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
5.Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.

PROS

Stringy Macaroni is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for chilly evenings.
This recipe is easy to make and contains a good amount of protein from the cottage cheese and mozzarella cheese.

It also makes a great leftover meal that can be reheated easily.

CONS

This recipe is high in carbs and fat, which may not be suitable for people who are trying to lose weight or maintain a low-carb or low-fat diet.

It may also not be suitable for people who are lactose intolerant as it contains cottage cheese and mozzarella cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains a good amount of protein and calcium from the cottage cheese and mozzarella cheese.
The tomatoes in the sauce are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, which can help boost immune function and fight inflammation.
However, the dish is high in calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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