Tag: vegetarian dishes

– Cottage cheese pasta sauce is a healthier alternative to traditional pasta sauce
– Made with cottage cheese instead of heavy cream, lower in fat and higher in protein
– Can be made with any type of pasta (spaghetti, penne, fettuccine)
– Barilla’s Protein Plus pasta is recommended for extra protein and fiber
– 4% milkfat cottage cheese preferred for creamiest texture
– Olive oil used to cook garlic, any cooking oil can be used
– Garlic adds flavor and depth to the sauce, garlic powder can be used as a substitute
– Fire-roasted diced tomatoes, canned whole tomatoes, or regular diced tomatoes can be used
– Vodka or lemon juice can be added for acidity, substitutes include red or white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
– Blend garlic, diced tomatoes, vodka or lemon juice, cottage cheese, and pasta water to make the sauce
– Additional flavor options: Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, fresh basil
– Option to stir in baby spinach or use goat cheese instead of cottage cheese
– Side dish recommendations: warm kale salad, whole roasted cauliflower with whipped feta
– Ideas for using leftover cottage cheese: cottage cheese ice cream, adding to oatmeal, cottage cheese overnight oats
– Recipe for creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta with 6 ingredients: pasta, tomato sauce, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, butter, red pepper flakes
– Each serving has about 17 grams of protein
– Whole milk cottage cheese recommended for creamier sauce, freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a sharper taste
– Instructions for making sauce: blend tomato sauce, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, crushed red pepper
– Tips: add pasta water to the sauce, choose the right pasta, use any blending equipment available
– Suggestions for adding veggies or protein to the dish, switching up the cheese
– Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat on the stove
– Cottage cheese should be consumed fresh or refrigerated for a few days, avoid freezing
– Blend cottage cheese into the sauce for a smoother consistency
– Cottage cheese tomato pasta is described as a delicious and wholesome dish
– Encourages readers to rate and comment on recipes, share cooking experience on Instagram