Monday, May 14, 2012

Tuna Pea Mac and Cheese

 12 ounce noodles
1 1/2 cup cottage cheese
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 cheddar cheese
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 can tunafish
1 can peas

This entre packs tons and tons of essential nutrients and it taste awesome!  Cottage cheese and cheddar cheese is an excellent source of both vitamin A and calcium .  Vitamin A is great for hair and skin and a great source of antioxidants.  Calcium is one of the nutrients most likely to be missing in the American diet.  According to government stats, 9 out of 10 women and 6 out of 10 men fall short of calcium roccomendations.  Calcium is great for teeth and bones, but also brain function.   Canned tunafish is loaded with protein, vitamin A, iron, calcium, vitamin E, K, and many other nutrient and minerals.  The most important nutrrient however, is omega 3.  Omega 3's have been known to provide heart health.  Lastly peas are an excellent source of fiber, vitamin K and vitamin C.

zBoil noodles according to instruction
In a foodprocessor blend cottage cheese until smooth and creamy
In meantime, in large skillet, combine milk and flour and heat on medium, stirring constantly until forms a smooth and even consistency.
Add cottage cheese puree, mustard, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, salt and pepper

In large baking dish pour noodles, add sauce, peas and tuna
mix thoroughly and  top with remaining cheddar cheese
Bake at 300 for 20-30 minutes
remove from oven when dish crispy

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