Description
A creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo perfect for cozy evenings and busy weeknights, combining rich flavors with nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Pasta of your choice (spaghetti, penne, or whole grain)
- Optional: herbs for garnish (basil or parsley)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Heat the blended mixture in a saucepan over low heat until warmed through.
- Toss the sauce with the cooked pasta, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with herbs if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead sauce can be stored in the fridge for a day; reheat gently. Experiment with different cheeses or add vegetables for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending and Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg