cottage cheese alfredo
Creamy and delicious alfredo sauce made with cottage cheese for a protein-packed and lighter option.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Pasta
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese Low-fat
- 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the skillet with the garlic. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
This recipe can be easily customized. Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrients. For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.