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Cottage Cheese Alfredo

Creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo for a Guilt-Free Indulgence

Experience a high-protein twist on a classic with this Cottage Cheese Alfredo, perfect for any pasta night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups milk whole milk recommended
  • 1 cup cottage cheese whole or 2% for optimal flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing garlic
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ cup pasta cooking water reserved
  • to taste kosher salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 12 ounces pasta any type of pasta works

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Blend the milk and cottage cheese in a high-speed blender until smooth, about 30-60 seconds.
  2. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the blended mixture to the pan with sautéed garlic. Mix in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Stir until smooth.
  4. Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of cooking water, then drain.
  5. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use whole milk and freshly grated Parmesan. Customize with veggies or proteins as desired.

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