Protein Packed Cottage Cheese Pasta Recipe
Protein Packed Cottage Cheese Pasta Recipe is creamy, filling, and very easy to make. This dish is perfect for busy days. It gives comfort and strong nutrition together.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional spinach or cherry tomatoes
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil pasta in salted water. Cook until tender. Drain well and set aside for later use.
Blend the Cottage Cheese
- Add cottage cheese and milk to blender. Blend until smooth and creamy like sauce.
Heat the Oil
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Add minced garlic. Cook gently until fragrant.
Add the Cheese Sauce
- Pour blended cottage cheese into the pan. Stir slowly. Keep heat low to avoid sticking.
Season the Sauce
- Add salt, pepper and parmesan cheese. Mix well until the sauce becomes thick and creamy.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce. Stir gently until every piece is well coated.
Add Optional Veggies
- Add spinach or tomatoes if using. Cook two minutes until soft. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use full fat cottage cheese for creamier texture
- Blend sauce very smooth for best results
- Keep heat low to avoid curdling
- Add pasta water if sauce feels thick
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving