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Creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo

A quick and easy creamy pasta dish made with cottage cheese that’s perfect for weeknight dinners and balances comfort with nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta of your choice Wide noodles like fettuccine are recommended
Sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Choose a smooth variety for best blending
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated makes a difference!
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced The more fragrant the garlic, the better
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk Or any milk of your preference
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Follow package instructions to cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan, garlic, almond milk, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until silky smooth.
  3. Pour the blended sauce into a saucepan and warm it over medium heat without boiling.
  4. Incorporate the cooked pasta into the warm sauce, tossing gently to coat.
  5. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

You can swap in different types of pasta or use ricotta if preferred. For added freshness, consider pairing with a side salad or seasonal veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze sauce and pasta separately for up to a month.

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