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cottage cheese pasta sauce

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce: 5 Creamy Reasons to Try It


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy, nutritious pasta sauce made with cottage cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, milk, Parmesan, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
  4. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the sauce into the pan and heat through.
  6. Serve over your favorite pasta.

Notes

  • Adjust the thickness by adding more or less milk.
  • Use fresh herbs for better flavor.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blending and sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: cottage cheese pasta sauce, creamy pasta sauce, healthy pasta sauce