Anabolic Mac and Cheeseburger

Ingredients

• 56 g Bonza chickpea shell pasta (Weighed dry; shells shape preferred for texture)
• 112 g 96/4 lean ground beef (Weighed raw; very lean for high protein, low fat)
• 2 g Salt (1g for beef, 1g for pasta water (approximate))
• 2 g Ground mustard (For beef seasoning; gives cheeseburger flavor)
• 1 g Black pepper (For beef seasoning)
• 120 g Unsweetened almond milk (vanilla preferred) (Can use plain, but not chocolate)
• 5 g Frank's Red Hot Queso Seasoning Mix (Adds cheesy, spicy flavor to sauce)
• 84 g Fat-free cheddar cheese (Shredded; for sauce)
• 56 g Fat-free cream cheese (Helps thicken sauce)
• as needed Non-stick cooking spray (For cooking beef)
• 4 cups Water (For boiling pasta)

Instructions

1. Weigh and Prepare Pasta

   Weigh out 56g of Bonza chickpea shell pasta using a food scale. Set aside.

   Time: PT2M

2. Boil Water and Salt

   Fill a saucepan with about 4 cups of water. Add 1g of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.

   Time: PT5M

3. Season and Mix Beef

   Weigh out 112g of 96/4 lean ground beef into a large mixing bowl. Add 1g salt, 2g ground mustard, and 1g black pepper. Mix thoroughly by hand until evenly combined.

   Time: PT3M

4. Cook Pasta

   Once water is boiling, add the chickpea pasta. Stir immediately to prevent sticking. Boil for 9 minutes, stirring occasionally. Watch to prevent overflow.

   Time: PT9M

5. Drain and Set Aside Pasta

   Drain pasta in a strainer. Shake gently to remove excess water. Transfer to a mixing bowl.

   Time: PT2M

6. Cook Seasoned Beef

   Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Spray with non-stick spray. Add seasoned beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes). Transfer to a bowl.

   Time: PT5M

7. Prepare Cheese Sauce Ingredients

   Weigh out 120g unsweetened almond milk (vanilla preferred), 5g Frank's Red Hot Queso Seasoning, 84g fat-free cheddar cheese, and 56g fat-free cream cheese. Combine almond milk and queso seasoning in a bowl.

   Time: PT2M

8. Make Cheese Sauce

   Pour almond milk and queso seasoning into a saucepan. Heat on low until it just starts to smoke, stirring frequently. Add fat-free cheddar and cream cheese. Stir continuously until all cheese is melted and sauce is thick and smooth.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Low heat

9. Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce

   Pour cheese sauce over cooked pasta in the mixing bowl. Stir until all pasta is evenly coated.

   Time: PT1M

10. Add Beef and Finish

    Add half the cooked beef to the pasta and cheese mixture. Stir to combine. Top with remaining beef for serving.

    Time: PT1M

11. Serve

    Spoon into a serving bowl. Enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor.

    Time: PT1M

12. Cleanup

    Wash all used utensils: food scale, bowls, saucepan, skillet, strainer, spatula, measuring spoons. Wipe down counters and stove.

    Time: PT8M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

777

Protein

86g

Carbohydrates

79g

Fat

13g

Fiber

17g