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Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce

Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce: Your Guilt-Free Creamy Dream

This Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce offers a guilt-free, creamy alternative packed with protein, perfect for satisfying your pasta cravings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Opt for low-fat for a lighter version.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.
  • ¼ cup Optional Heavy Cream Adds extra creaminess if desired.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce
  1. In a blender, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese, 2 minced garlic cloves, and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a medium saucepan. Add salt and pepper to taste and heat over low for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. If desired, pour in ¼ cup of optional heavy cream while stirring. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. While the sauce simmers, cook your choice of pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta cooking water.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the saucepan with the sauce. Toss over low heat for 1-2 minutes, adding reserved pasta water if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Blend thoroughly for a smooth texture. Adjust seasoning and consider adding herbs for flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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