Description
Satisfy your cravings with Cottage Cheese Alfredo, a creamy and flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare. This delightful meal combines the richness of cottage cheese, tangy Parmesan, and garlic, making it perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese (4% fat)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup half and half
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound linguine
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Extra grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Boil linguine in salted water until just past al dente, about 9-11 minutes, and reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Blend cottage cheese, Parmesan, half and half, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Warm the blended sauce in a skillet over medium heat until the Parmesan melts and the sauce is creamy.
- Toss the drained linguine with the warm sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan, adjusting seasoning to taste.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap half and half with whole milk or a dairy-free alternative.
To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Fresh herbs like basil or a squeeze of lemon juice can elevate flavors in the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
