Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta
Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta is a comforting and nutritious dish that combines the smooth richness of cottage cheese with perfectly cooked pasta. This easy recipe delivers a satisfying, creamy sauce that envelops each strand, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy dinners at home. With its versatility, you can easily customize this dish with your favorite herbs and vegetables, ensuring it’s both delicious and visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne pasta
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, minced garlic, and half of the grated Parmesan. Mix until creamy.
- Add the cottage cheese mixture to the pasta over low heat, stirring until well coated.
- Mix in fresh herbs and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. For extra heat, sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.
- Serve topped with remaining Parmesan and additional herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg