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Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce

A smooth and creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce blended with garlic, olive oil, and Italian seasoning, offering a lighter yet satisfying option packed with protein and rich flavor.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  • Sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, without browning.
  • Blend cottage cheese, almond milk, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the sauce into the skillet, reduce heat to low, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until gently thickened.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Toss with cooked high-protein pasta, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.