Gourmet Easy: 25-Minute Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce for Pasta Fans
A quick and creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce that’s perfect for pasta lovers. This healthier twist on classic Alfredo is ready in just 25 minutes, with cottage cheese adding a deliciously rich texture without the heaviness of cream. Perfect for a cozy meal that’s light yet satisfying!
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Medium saucepan for sauce
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Colander for draining pasta
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¾ cup milk any preferred type
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- 8 ounces fettuccine or pasta of choice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain and set pasta aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, milk, and vegetable broth. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the saucepan with garlic. Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Whisk continuously over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add Pasta: Toss the drained pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired thickness is reached. Mix until pasta is fully coated.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with a small bowl of extra sauce on the side if desired.
Notes
Cottage cheese adds protein and lightness to the sauce without compromising on creaminess.
Feel free to adjust salt and pepper to taste, as Parmesan can add saltiness.
Broccoli Alfredo: Add steamed broccoli florets for extra texture and nutrients.
Mushroom Alfredo: Sauté sliced mushrooms along with garlic for an earthy twist.
Vegan Option: Substitute butter with olive oil, cottage cheese with silken tofu, and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency as needed.
Don’t let the garlic brown too much it should be fragrant but not bitter.
Feel free to adjust salt and pepper to taste, as Parmesan can add saltiness.
Twists and Variations:
Spicy Alfredo: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce for a little kick.Broccoli Alfredo: Add steamed broccoli florets for extra texture and nutrients.
Mushroom Alfredo: Sauté sliced mushrooms along with garlic for an earthy twist.
Vegan Option: Substitute butter with olive oil, cottage cheese with silken tofu, and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
Tips for Perfecting:
Blend the cottage cheese mixture thoroughly for a smooth sauce texture.Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency as needed.
Don’t let the garlic brown too much it should be fragrant but not bitter.
