Description
A creamy and protein-packed pasta sauce that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta of your choice (like penne or fusilli)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup beef broth or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot according to package instructions.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Dice the onion into small cubes and add it to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine the cottage cheese, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir well, and let it simmer on low heat for 5-6 minutes until warmed through and slightly thickened.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine and ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Feel free to use whole grain or gluten-free pasta as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg