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High Protein Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce is Amazing!

A delicious and nutritious high protein pasta sauce made with cottage cheese, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 pound pasta of choice e.g., penne, spaghetti

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix until well combined and creamy.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add the cherry tomatoes and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. If using, add the red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
  4. Add the cottage cheese mixture to the skillet with the tomatoes and stir well. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
  6. Stir in the chopped basil and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For added flavor, sauté chopped onions and bell peppers in the skillet before adding the cherry tomatoes.
  • Substitute the cottage cheese with ricotta for a creamier texture or mix in some spinach for extra nutrients.

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