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Cottage Cheese Alfredo Recipe

Cottage Cheese Alfredo Recipe
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A creamy and healthier twist on classic Alfredo sauce using cottage cheese for a protein-packed, smooth, and delicious pasta sauce that’s simple to make and perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Dairy and Liquids

  • 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
  • 1 1/4 cups cottage cheese (whole milk preferred)
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Other Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup pasta cooking water (as needed)
  • Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
  • 12 ounces pasta of choice

Instructions

  1. Blend the Cheese and Milk: Combine the milk and cottage cheese in a high speed blender and blend until completely smooth, ensuring a creamy sauce base.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, careful not to brown it.
  3. Add Cheese Mixture: Lower the heat to low and pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the saucepan along with parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Melt Cheese Gently: Cook the mixture on very low heat, stirring frequently to melt the parmesan cheese smoothly. Avoid overheating to prevent curdling.
  5. Cook Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta. Rinse pasta with cool water to stop cooking.
  6. Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the pasta back to the saucepan with the Alfredo sauce over low heat. Toss to coat the noodles evenly, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Heat gently to desired temperature without overheating.

Notes

  • Use whole milk cottage cheese for a creamier texture, but any fat percentage will work.
  • Be cautious with heat when melting the cheese sauce to avoid curdling.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency and help it cling to the pasta.
  • Rinsing pasta after cooking prevents overcooking and helps maintain al dente texture.
  • This sauce can be customized by adding fresh herbs or a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.

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