Cottage Cheese Alfredo Recipe

Cottage cheese alfredo in a white bowl with a pink and gold fork, and a pink cloth.

This creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce is a protein-packed twist on a classic recipe, delivering a velvety texture and rich flavor while being a lighter, healthier alternative. Perfect for fettuccine alfredo, zucchini noodles, or even chickpea pasta, it's a great way to enjoy comfort food with added nutritional value. You'll love how simple and quick it is to make!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course Main Course

Servings Servings

Calories 367

Protein 20

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric

10 oz fettuccine pasta - or pasta of choice
1 cup cottage cheese - I use low fat, any will do
1 tablespoon butter
3 garlic cloves - minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese - grated
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup filtered milk - chilled (fairlife or arla bob, semi-skimmed)
Salt to taste
grated parmesan - to garnish
fresh parsley - to garnish

Instructions

Begin by cooking the fettuccine pasta to al dente, according to the package directions. Don’t forget to add salt!
10 oz fettuccine pasta
Add the cottage cheese to a medium bowl, and the minced garlic and butter to a separate small bowl. Gently microwave both bowls for about 30-45 seconds. Heat the garlic and butter an extra 30 seconds, until the butter is fully melted and bubbly. You can alternatively sauté the garlic in butter in a pan.
1 cup cottage cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, 3 garlic cloves
Add the cottage cheese, garlic and butter, grated parmesan, milk, and ground black pepper to a blender and blend for 1-2 minutes until perfectly smooth.
1 cup cottage cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, 3 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 cup filtered milk
Taste the Cottage Cheese Alfredo sauce and add salt if needed.
Salt to taste
When the pasta is cooked, drain it and allow it to sit for 5 minutes to cool a little.
Pour the Alfredo sauce over the pasta and mix well.
Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Salt to taste
Garnish with extra grated parmesan and fresh parsley, and enjoy!

Notes

Blending Tip: For an even smoother sauce, use a high-powered blender, or blend it for longer. Extra time really helps here.

Adjust Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of extra milk to reach your desired texture.

Protein Boost: Want more protein? Add grilled chicken breast or shrimp for a delicious twist.

Storage instructions

Fridge: Store leftover Cottage Cheese Alfredo in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge.
Reheat: For extra creaminess, reheat gently over medium-low heat on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk or water to bring back the smooth texture.

Nutritional Information

The nutritional information below (under "NUTRITION") is for each serving, including pasta. Here is the nutritional information per serving without the pasta:

Nutirional information for cottage cheese alfredo sauce without pasta.

Nutritional Information