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Cottage-Cheese-Alfredo-Recipe

Cottage Cheese Alfredo

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  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Cottage Cheese Alfredo is a delightful blend of creamy comfort and simplicity with pantry staples like cottage cheese, Parmesan, and linguine. It’s wonderfully quick to prepare, making it the ideal choice for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner. Let its irresistible flavor and smooth texture bring joy to your meal.


Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra grated Parmesan for serving

Instructions

  • Boil the Pasta in salted water until al dente.
  • Blend the Alfredo Sauce ingredients until smooth.
  • Warm the Sauce in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Combine Pasta and Sauce, adding reserved pasta water for creaminess.
  • Serve hot, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute half and half with whole milk.
Blend cottage cheese at room temperature for a smoother texture.
Use your favorite pasta shape if linguine isn’t available.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 21g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg