Double-Cheese Macaroni

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
• 3 cups (24 ounces) 4% cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 3 cups half-and-half cream
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

TOPPING:

• 1 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

Directions

• Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, place cottage cheese in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Set aside.
• In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper and garlic salt until smooth. Gradually add cream and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
• Drain macaroni; transfer to a large bowl. Add the cheddar cheese, cottage cheese and white sauce; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. (Dish will be full.) Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top.
• Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 12 servings (1 cup each).