Description
A creamy and protein-packed cottage cheese pasta sauce that blends full-fat cottage cheese with almond milk and Parmesan for a rich, flavorful topping. This quick and easy sauce is perfect for tossing with high-protein pasta, offering a nutritious meal in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt, adjust to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Serving Suggestion
- High-protein pasta such as chickpea or lentil pasta
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and sauté garlic: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Blend the sauce mixture: In a blender or food processor, combine 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese, 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Cook the sauce: Pour the blended sauce into the pan with the sautéed garlic. Stir well and cook over low heat for 3-5 minutes until the sauce is warmed through and slightly thickened.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the sauce and add salt, pepper, or 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if desired, stirring to combine.
- Combine with pasta and garnish: Toss the sauce with your favorite high-protein pasta such as chickpea or lentil pasta. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy the creamy, protein-packed meal right away for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or tofu to the pasta.
- To make the sauce dairy-free, use dairy-free cottage cheese and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
