Cottage Cheese Alfredo (Healthy Swap) for Creamy Flavor!
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A healthier version of the classic Alfredo sauce made with cottage cheese for a creamy texture without the extra calories.
- Author: Olivia Clara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending and Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, almond milk, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add the blended mixture and cook for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition.
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg