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Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce


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4.8 from 121 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and nutritious pasta sauce combining the mild flavor of cottage cheese with crushed tomatoes and garlic.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, minced garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add the crushed tomatoes and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Stir in the cottage cheese mixture into the skillet with the simmering tomatoes and cook gently.
  4. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until melted and serve over cooked pasta, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

Feel free to use low-fat cottage cheese for a lighter dish. This sauce pairs well with various pasta types.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg