Cottage Cheese Pasta

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Looking for a high-protein pasta dish that satisfies without weighing you down? This Cottage Cheese Pasta combines whole wheat noodles with a creamy, cheesy sauce made from protein-rich cottage cheese for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) whole wheat penne pasta
  • 1 cup (240g) low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1⁄4 cup (30g) grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1⁄4 cup (60ml) milk or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1⁄4 tsp dried basil
  • 1⁄4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1⁄4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat penne and cook for 7-9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, mince the 2 garlic cloves.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Remove skillet from heat and add the 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan, 1⁄4 cup milk/almond milk, 1⁄4 tsp dried basil, 1⁄4 tsp dried oregano, and 1⁄4 tsp red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Season with 1⁄4 tsp each salt and pepper, or to taste.
  7. Return skillet to medium heat and stir constantly until cheeses are fully melted and incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add the cooked, drained pasta and toss thoroughly to coat the pasta evenly with the cottage cheese sauce.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.

Macros and Calories ≈

(approx 1/4 of recipe)

  • Calories:  330
  • Protein: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fats: 9g

Pro tip: Using complex carbs compared to simple carbs will provide longer-lasting energy.

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