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Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta

A quick and delicious pasta dish featuring a creamy sauce made from cottage cheese and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Cottage cheese Can substitute with ricotta.
  • 8 oz Pasta (any type) Whole wheat or gluten-free options work well.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Provides flavor to the sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing garlic.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated) Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh herbs (like basil or parsley) For garnish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant and golden.
  3. Add the cottage cheese, stirring to combine, and cook until it’s just warmed through.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt beautifully into the mix.
  5. Drain the pasta, then add it directly to the skillet, tossing to ensure every strand is coated in the creamy sauce.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs on top for that bright finish.

Notes

For added nutrition, toss in sautéed veggies like spinach or zucchini. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread. To enhance creaminess, blend cottage cheese before using, and reserve pasta cooking water for adjusting sauce thickness.