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Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce with Turkey Sausage

Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce with Turkey Sausage Delight

This Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce with Turkey Sausage is a creamy, protein-packed dish perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Low-fat for a lighter taste
  • 1 pound Turkey Sausage Fresh or pre-cooked
  • 2 cups Diced Tomatoes Fresh or canned
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Basil Fresh preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti Or preferred pasta

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring 6 cups of salted water to a rolling boil, add spaghetti, and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente.
  2. Sauté the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a skillet, chop sausage, brown it for 5–7 minutes, and set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 3 minutes, then mix in cottage cheese.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Return sausage to skillet, gradually add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
  5. Toss and Serve: Combine drained spaghetti with the sauce, toss for 1–2 minutes, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove.

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