Dinner, Lunch, Side Dishes

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Prep 15 mins
Total 1h 15 mins

Easy
Serves 8

Creamy and delicious, this baked macaroni and cheese is a staple for a reason! Your whole family will love it.

TIP: Be sure to cook the pasta per the directions on the box.

Compatible with

Ninja® Foodi™ 10-in-1 XL Pro Air Fry Oven
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Contains Milk/Dairy
Contains Wheat

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1 cup cottage cheese
480 ml whole milk
1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
0.45kg elbow macaroni cooked using box directions
226.8g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking oil spray
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 cup cottage cheese
2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound elbow macaroni cooked using box directions
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking oil spray
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Utensils

Blender
Large Bowl
Casserole dish
Small Bowl

Step 1

In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, milk, Dijon and dry mustards, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese mixture, elbow macaroni, cheddar, half of the mozzarella, and the Parmesan until well mixed.
Step 3

Coat the casserole dish with cooking spray. Arrange the pasta mixture in the dish. Cover tightly with foil.
Step 4

Install a wire rack on Level 4. Select BAKE, set the temperature to 375°F, and set the time to 60 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
Step 5

When the unit has preheated, place the casserole dish on the wire rack. Close the oven door to begin cooking.
Step 6

When the unit has preheated, place the casserole dish on the wire rack. Close the oven door to begin cooking.
Step 7

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the panko with the melted butter and the remaining half of the mozzarella.
Step 8

After 30 minutes, remove the casserole dish from the oven and remove the foil. Stir gently and spread the bread crumb mixture evenly on top.
Step 9

Return the casserole dish to the oven and continue cooking for the remaining 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 10

When cooking is complete, let the macaroni and cheese cool for 10 minutes before serving.