Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce, a quick and nutritious solution for your weeknight dinners. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this protein-packed sauce takes only 10 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy evenings. Whether served over pasta or drizzled on fresh veggies, this versatile sauce offers a deliciously satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Enjoy the rich flavors and comfort of this dish without spending hours in the kitchen!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, almond milk, Parmesan (if using), Italian seasoning, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended sauce into the pan with sautéed garlic; stir well and cook over low heat for 3-5 minutes until warmed through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss with your favorite high-protein pasta or serve as a topping for roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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