Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

rotini pasta

3 cup

fresh broccoli

florets

14 ounce

boneless cooked salmon

flaked

16 ounce

low-fat small-curd cottage cheese

1 cup

sour cream

0.5 cup

mayonnaise

1.75 cup

shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup

milk

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

dry mustard

0.5 tsp

tarragon

0.25 tsp

paprika

1 tsp

salt

to taste

0.25 tsp

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x9 inch casserole dish.

Step 2
~5 min

Cook rotini pasta according to package directions.

Step 3
~5 min

During the last 5 minutes of pasta cooking, add broccoli florets to the boiling water.

Step 4
~5 min

Drain the pasta and broccoli thoroughly and return to the pot.

Step 5
~5 min

In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise.

Step 6
~5 min

Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the cottage cheese mixture to the drained pasta and broccoli.

Step 8
~5 min

Stir in the flaked salmon, cheddar cheese, milk, finely chopped onion, dry mustard, tarragon, and paprika.

Step 9
~5 min

Mix all ingredients well until combined. If needed, add additional milk to achieve desired moistness.

Step 10
~5 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 12
~5 min

Sprinkle a little extra cheddar cheese on top, if desired.

Step 13
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add breadcrumbs on top for a crispy crust.

Use different types of cheese for varied flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Accompany with garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad with Vinaigrette
Garlic Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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