Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce! In just 10 minutes, you can create a high-protein sauce that’s both satisfying and versatile. Perfect for pairing with your favorite pasta or roasted vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table, from picky eaters to gourmet enthusiasts. The cottage cheese lends a rich texture while adding essential nutrients, making it an ideal meal prep option too. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a delicious sauce ready in no time. Enjoy the warmth of home-cooked goodness that brings family and friends together!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending/Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, almond milk, Parmesan (if using), Italian seasoning, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Pour blended sauce into the pan with garlic. Cook on low heat for about 3-5 minutes until warmed through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss with your choice of high-protein pasta and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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