Description
A lighter twist on classic Alfredo sauce, using cottage cheese for a creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cooked pasta and the cottage cheese mixture. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider sautéing mushrooms or spinach, or adding grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 10mg