Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese

Bahan-bahan (4 porsi)

• 8 ounces pasta (whole wheat, chickpea, or regular)
• ¾ cup low fat cottage cheese (or full fat; do not use fat free)
• ¾ cup low fat milk (or whole milk; do not use skim)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 to 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (plus additional to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground paprika
• 4 ounces sharp cheddar (shredded (about 1 cup). I used white cheddar)
• For topping: chopped fresh chives