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Cottage Cheese Pasta

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A quick and creamy pasta dish made with cottage cheese, garlic, and fresh herbs for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) pasta (penne or fusilli)
  • 1 cup (225 g) cottage cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain, reserving ¼ cup of pasta water.
  2. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and Parmesan until smooth.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss briefly with garlic and oil.
  5. Remove pan from heat and stir in cottage cheese mixture, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time until sauce coats pasta evenly.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, to taste.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, stir in a tablespoon of butter.
  • Swap cottage cheese for ricotta for a richer texture.
  • Add steamed vegetables or cooked chicken for more substance.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: cottage cheese pasta, creamy pasta, vegetarian pasta, quick weeknight dinner

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