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Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce Recipe

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A creamy and protein-packed cottage cheese pasta sauce that combines the richness of full-fat cottage cheese with flavorful garlic and Italian seasonings. This sauce is blended and gently cooked on the stovetop, making it a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional cream-based pasta sauces. Perfect for pairing with high-protein pastas like chickpea or lentil pasta.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat)
  • 1/2 cup almond milk (unsweetened, or any milk of choice)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, optional for extra flavor)
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Garlic: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant to release its aroma and flavor into the oil.
  2. Blend Sauce Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, almond milk, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Blend everything until smooth and creamy to create a rich sauce base.
  3. Cook the Sauce: Pour the blended sauce mixture into the pan with the sautéed garlic. Stir well and cook over low heat for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to warm through and thicken slightly.
  4. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or add red pepper flakes if you prefer some heat. Blend in any additional seasoning as needed.
  5. Toss with Pasta: Toss the creamy cottage cheese sauce with your favorite high-protein pasta such as chickpea or lentil pasta, ensuring each strand or piece is well coated.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Serve immediately and garnish with fresh basil or parsley for added freshness and flavor. Enjoy your protein-rich, creamy pasta meal!

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, you can omit the Parmesan cheese or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
  • Adjust the thickness of the sauce by varying the amount of almond milk; add more for a thinner sauce.
  • Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley to enhance the flavor and presentation.
  • Serve over whole grain or legume-based pasta for added nutrition and protein.
  • This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Keywords: cottage cheese sauce, creamy pasta sauce, high-protein pasta sauce, healthy pasta sauce, Italian seasoning, vegetarian pasta sauce

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