Description
Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta (Gluten Free, High Protein) is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich cottage cheese with tender gluten-free pasta for a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes and offers a high-protein option to keep you feeling full. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy sauce that envelops your pasta beautifully. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for added flavor and nutrition. Enjoy this delightful dish as a main course or a hearty side; it’s sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box gluten-free pasta
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
- Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/3 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a high-speed blender, combine cottage cheese, marinara sauce, garlic, and any desired spices. Blend until smooth.
- Gradually add reserved pasta water to the sauce until reaching desired consistency.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the drained pasta and mix well.
- Serve immediately, garnished with grated parmesan or red pepper flakes if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg