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Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce Recipe

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce Recipe
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This Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce is a creamy, protein-packed alternative to traditional creamy sauces, made with full-fat cottage cheese and almond milk. Flavored with garlic, Italian seasoning, and optional Parmesan cheese, this sauce is perfect for tossing with high-protein pasta like chickpea or lentil pasta. It’s a quick, healthy, and delicious meal option that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp 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 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it to ensure a rich, aromatic base for the sauce.
  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 until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, which will create a luscious sauce texture.
  3. Cook Sauce: Pour the blended sauce 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 to coat your pasta beautifully.
  4. Season to Taste: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if you desire a bit of heat or enhanced flavor.
  5. Toss with Pasta and Serve: Toss the prepared sauce with your favorite high-protein pasta such as chickpea or lentil pasta. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a burst of color and herbaceous aroma. Serve immediately and enjoy a creamy, protein-rich meal.

Notes

  • For vegan variation, substitute cottage cheese and Parmesan with plant-based alternatives.
  • Adjust the consistency by adding more almond milk if too thick or cook longer to thicken further.
  • Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley to enhance freshness and presentation.
  • Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently on low heat to prevent curdling.

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