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Cottage Cheese High-Protein Pasta Sauce

This creamy and nutritious pasta sauce made with cottage cheese is perfect for a quick dinner or impressing guests while boosting protein intake.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Rich in protein
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For creaminess
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Can use pre-minced for convenience
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning Can substitute with fresh herbs
Optional Garnish
  • to taste fresh herbs For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Throw the cottage cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning in your blender. Blend until the mixture is creamy and smooth, this will take about a minute.
  2. Transfer the creamy blend into a saucepan and heat it over medium heat. Stir occasionally until it’s warmed through, which should take just a few minutes.
  3. Serve the sauce over your choice of cooked pasta or veggies. If desired, sprinkle on some fresh herbs for garnish.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, blend in an extra tablespoon of olive oil or a splash of cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to three months. Can use Greek yogurt as a substitute for cottage cheese.