Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
16 ounce

cottage cheese

0.25 cup

brown sugar

1 cup

milk

0.5 cup

fresh basil

0.25 cup

orange marmalade

0.5 cup

vanilla yogurt

or plain

1 pound

macaroni

favorite, or noodles

1.25 cup

flour

0.5 cup

brown sugar

0.25 cup

granulated sugar

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

0.25 tsp

salt

1 unit

butter

1 stick

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain well and set aside.

Step 3
~5 min

In a food processor, combine cottage cheese, 1/4 cup brown sugar, milk, fresh basil, orange marmalade, and vanilla yogurt. Process until smooth.

Step 4
~5 min

Butter a baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~5 min

Place the cooked macaroni in the buttered pan.

Step 6
~5 min

Pour the cheese mixture over the macaroni and toss to coat.

Step 7
~5 min

To prepare the crumb topping, combine flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, salt, and butter in a bowl.

Step 8
~5 min

Crumble the mixture with your fingers until small pieces form.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir half of the crumb topping into the macaroni mixture.

Step 10
~5 min

Sprinkle the remaining crumb topping evenly over the top of the macaroni.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use salted butter in the crumb topping.

Add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumb topping for added crunch.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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 baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.

Serve as part of a holiday meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Pork Tenderloin
Green Bean Casserole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served at potlucks and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Potluck
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100