Description
Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce is a creamy and delicious alternative to traditional pasta sauces, perfect for weeknight dinners. This quick recipe combines protein-packed cottage cheese with aromatic garlic and fresh basil, creating a velvety sauce that elevates any pasta dish. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this rich sauce that is not only flavorful but also versatile enough to pair with veggies or grains for a nutritious meal. Impress your friends or indulge in a comforting solo dinner—this sauce is bound to become a favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the cottage cheese to the pan and blend using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil; season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Cook your favorite pasta until al dente, drain, and toss it with the cottage cheese sauce until well-coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in sun-dried tomatoes or spinach.- Substitute cottage cheese with ricotta or Greek yogurt for a different twist.- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed.