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High-Protein Birria Mac and Cheese

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High-Protein Birria Mac and Cheese

4 servings5 / 5

A fusion masterpiece combining the deep, earthy spice of slow-cooked birria with a silky, protein-packed cheese sauce built on a rich consommé reduction.

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Time

Prep
10min
Cook
25min
Total
35min

Nutrition

per serving
Calories
929
Protein
54.6g
Carbs
69.6g
Fat
46.6g

One serving: 1/4 of the tray

Instructions

Prep and Pasta

  1. Preheat the broiler to high.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook macaroni until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. While pasta cooks, blend the cottage cheese in a food processor until completely smooth.

The Consommé Cheese Sauce

  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in the flour, cooking for 1 minute.
  2. Gradually whisk in the strained birria consommé, simmering until slightly thickened.
  3. Reduce heat to low and stir in the blended cottage cheese, cheddar, and half of the Oaxaca cheese until melted and creamy.

Assembly and Broil

  1. Fold the cooked pasta and shredded birria beef into the cheese sauce until well coated.
  2. Transfer to a broiler-safe baking dish and top with the remaining Oaxaca cheese.
  3. Broil for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown; garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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Chef's notes

Chef's Notes & Tips

Tip 1 of 3

To save time, use high-quality pre-made beef birria from a local deli or prepared foods section.

Tip 2 of 3

For the best texture, shred the beef finely so it integrates into the sauce rather than weighing it down.

Tip 3 of 3

If the sauce is too thick, thin it with a splash of reserved pasta water before folding in the beef.

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