Description
Creamy cottage cheese pasta sauce elevates simple noodles into a protein-packed culinary delight. Rich Mediterranean flavors blend seamlessly, offering a nutritious twist you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pasta (spaghetti, penne, or your choice)
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream or milk
Cheese and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup (20 grams) fresh chopped basil (optional)
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and retain a small amount of starchy cooking liquid.
- Transform cottage cheese, Parmesan, cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper into a silky smooth mixture using a blender or food processor until completely integrated.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat. Pour the velvety cheese mixture into the pan and gently simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring intermittently to prevent scorching.
- Thin the sauce with reserved pasta water if needed, adjusting consistency to create a luxurious coating that clings perfectly to the pasta.
- Merge cooked pasta with the warm sauce, tossing thoroughly to ensure each strand is lavishly embraced by the creamy cheese blend.
- Transfer to serving dishes and embellish with freshly chopped basil leaves for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Opt for low-fat cottage cheese to create a lighter, healthier version of this creamy pasta sauce without compromising on flavor.
- Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley instead of dried ones for a more vibrant and aromatic sauce that elevates the overall taste.
- Experiment with different cheese variations like ricotta or cream cheese to customize the sauce’s texture and richness according to your preference.
- For a gluten-free option, swap regular pasta with zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta alternatives to make the dish more dietary-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg