Talk Nutrition to Me: Katie’s High-Protein Cottage Cheese Alfredo
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 4
Ingredients
8 oz pasta of choice
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup milk
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves
1 tbsp butter
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
Add cottage cheese, milk, parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper to a blender and blend until smooth.
Melt butter in a pan over medium heat and add the blended sauce. Heat gently until warmed through.
Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
Finish with additional parmesan and fresh cracked black pepper before serving.
Creamy, comforting, and packed with protein—this Alfredo offers a simple way to enjoy a classic favorite with a nourishing twist.
*adapted from Wellness by Kay: https://wellnessbykay.com/cottage-cheese-alfredo/?utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=organic
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This is such a clever idea to use cottage cheese for a high-protein Alfredo! I'm always looking for ways to boost nutrition in comfort food, and blending it until smooth sounds like it would achieve that perfect creamy texture. It really feels like a culinary infinite craft, inventing something new from familiar ingredients. I might have to try this recipe tonight! 🍝