Description
This Cottage Cheese Alfredo features an irresistible flavor with a silky sauce that’s perfect for quick dinners or cozy gatherings. Simple to make with just a few ingredients, it’s a delightful, lighter take on classic Alfredo that you’ll love!
Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese (2 cups, 4% fat)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (1/2 cup)
- Half and Half (1/4 cup)
- Garlic Powder (1 teaspoon)
- Onion Powder (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Black Pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Linguine (1 pound)
- Chopped Fresh Parsley (2 tablespoons)
- Extra Grated Parmesan for Serving
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente.
- Blend the Alfredo Sauce: Blend cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, half and half, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Warm the Sauce: Pour blended sauce into a skillet over medium heat, stirring gently until warmed.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss drained pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve It Up: Adjust seasoning, top with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding pasta water gradually.
For a different flavor, experiment with herbs like basil or oregano.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 30mg