Cottage Cheese Alfredo
A healthier twist on the classic Alfredo sauce using cottage cheese for a creamy texture and fewer calories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending and Heating
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta of your choice
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the creamy base by combining cottage cheese, Parmesan, milk, and garlic in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Heat the Alfredo sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring gently and seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook your pasta according to package instructions. Drain and return it to the pot.
- Combine the warm Alfredo sauce with the pasta, ensuring every noodle is coated.
- Garnish and serve immediately, topped with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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