High Protein Taco Mac & Cheese
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By Erin Rice
High Protein Taco Mac & Cheese
5 steps
Prep:5minCook:20min
Updated at: Sat, 24 May 2025 19:57:38 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
43
Low
Glycemic Load
27
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories1419.7 kcal (71%)
Total Fat91.7 g (131%)
Carbs61.8 g (24%)
Sugars8.6 g (10%)
Protein86.4 g (173%)
Sodium2343.4 mg (117%)
Fiber3.4 g (12%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Chop onion and bell peppers. Cook until soft/carmelized. Set to side, add beef to same pan, cook until browned. Prepare taco sauce by mixing taco seasoning, adobo sauce, and 50g water. Add to beef, mix in onion/peppers, and set to the side
Step 2
Add pasta to boiling salted water
Step 3
While pasta is cooking, prepare cheese sauce. Add cottage cheese, cream cheese, laughing cow wedges and cheddar powder to microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30-45 seconds, and then blend until completely smooth
Step 4
Pour cheese sauce over pasta and then mix in the taco beef mixture
Step 5
5.) Let sit for 5-10 minutes, then enjoy!
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