Want To Lose 10 Pounds In A Month? Weight Loss Coach Shares The Southwest Mac & Cheese Recipe That’s Perfect For Shedding Fat

If you’re trying to lose 10 pounds next month but don’t want to give up comfort food, weight loss coach Johnny Hadac says the key is flavorful, high-protein meal prep — like his viral Southwest Mac & Cheese. This dish is packed with lean protein, fiber, and nutrients that keep you full while helping you stay in a calorie deficit.

A Flavorful and Filling Weight Loss Meal

Hadac’s recipe combines the heartiness of mac and cheese with a zesty southwest twist — and it’s designed to make sticking to your goals easy and satisfying.

“If you want to lose 10 pounds next month, you need more flavorful meal preps just like this,” Hadac says in his viral TikTok video.

Here’s how to make it:

Start with the base.Spray a pan with avocado oil and add two diced bell peppers, one sweet onion, and two jalapeño peppers. Then add three pounds of lean ground turkey and two packets of taco seasoning. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes over medium-high heat.Cook the pasta.In a separate pot, boil one box of protein pasta for 9 to 11 minutes until tender.Blend the cheese sauce.In a blender, combine four cups of cottage cheese, two cups of shredded jalapeño cheese, and the juice of one lime. Blend until smooth and creamy.Mix it all together.Once the turkey is cooked, add the cheese sauce and cooked pasta to the pan. Mix everything until evenly coated. Top with fresh cilantro for extra flavor.