Description
Enjoy a creamy and protein-packed Alfredo pasta using cottage cheese for a healthier twist.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Pasta (your choice)
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Pasta Water
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Optional: Cooked Chicken or Vegetables for added protein/nutrients
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the skillet with the garlic. Stir in the reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- If desired, add cooked chicken or vegetables to the pasta.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cottage cheese.
- Adjust the amount of pasta water to reach your preferred sauce thickness.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Blending
- Cuisine: Italian-American