Thread: Protein Packed Pasta: Tuna Mac and Cheese

Protein Packed Pasta: Tuna Mac and Cheese

We've added some extra ingredients to muscle-up this classic, comfort food favorite.


Mac and cheese out of a box isn't normally considered a nutritional standout, but when you gussy up a homemade microwave version with whole grain pasta, protein-packed tuna, and an assortment of vegetables, you have yourself a dish that won't leave you second-guessing each bite. Ricotta cheese adds creamy richness, not to mention a healthy dose of muscle-building whey protein. This recipe provides 4 servings, so nuke it again the next day for a killer lunch.


Calories 503 Protein 47g Fat 10g Carbs 60g

Servings: 4

Ingredients:
2 cups whole-grain macaroni pasta


1/4 tsp salt


2 cups water


2 (5 oz) cans albacore tuna, flaked


2/3 cup 2% milk


1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese


3/4 cup light ricotta cheese


1 cup halved cherry tomatoes


4 cups chopped kale


1 cup frozen corn kernels


1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley


1/4 tsp dried red chili flakes


1/4 tsp black pepper







Instructions:

1. Place macaroni, salt, and 2 cups water in a large microwave-safe container or bowl. Microwave on high, uncovered, in 2-minute intervals, stirring between each interval, until pasta is tender (about 8 minutes total).
2. Drain any excess water if needed.
3. Stir in remaining ingredients and microwave on high in 45-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until cheese has melted and everything is warmed through.

Sounds good brother

Definitely gonna try this.