Bangin’ Blender Alfredo with Cottage Cheese Recipe

Introduction

This Bangin’ Blender Alfredo with Cottage Cheese is a creamy, healthier twist on classic Alfredo sauce. Made quickly in a blender, it’s rich and flavorful without heavy cream, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese (I love Good Culture)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound whole grain linguine (or any pasta you prefer)
• 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese and red chili flakes (optional, for serving)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper to a high-speed blender or food processor. Process until smooth to create a creamy sauce.
2. Step 2: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, according to package directions.
3. Step 3: Drain the pasta and return it to the hot pot over the lowest heat setting on your stovetop. Keep the heat very low as you pour the creamy Alfredo sauce over the pasta noodles.
4. Step 4: Toss the sauce with the pasta and continue cooking over low heat, stirring gently, until warmed through.
5. Step 5: Transfer to a serving bowl and top with fresh basil, additional grated Parmesan cheese, and red chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For added protein, stir in cooked grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp before serving.
• Swap fresh basil for chopped parsley or spinach for a different herbaceous note.
• Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish suitable for gluten sensitivities.
• If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your preferred consistency.

Storage

Store any leftover pasta with sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a little milk if needed to loosen the sauce. Avoid microwaving at high heat to prevent curdling.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cream cheese instead of cottage cheese?

Cream cheese will create a richer sauce but changes the texture and flavor significantly. Cottage cheese offers a lighter, tangy creaminess, so it’s best to stick with that for this recipe.

Is it necessary to use fresh basil?

Fresh basil adds a bright, aromatic touch, but dried basil or other herbs can work in a pinch. Add dried herbs sparingly since their flavor is more concentrated.

Bangin’ Blender Alfredo with Cottage Cheese Recipe

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This Bangin’ Blender Alfredo with Cottage Cheese offers a creamy, healthier twist on classic Alfredo sauce. Made by blending low-fat cottage cheese with Parmesan, milk, and seasonings, this sauce is silky smooth and packed with protein, perfect for tossing with whole grain linguine for a delicious and nutritious pasta dish.

• Author: lucas
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Blending
• Cuisine: Italian-American
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

• 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese (e.g., Good Culture)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Pasta & Garnish

• 1 pound whole grain linguine (or any pasta you prefer)
• 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
• Red chili flakes (optional, for serving)

Instructions

1. Prepare the sauce: Add cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy to create the Alfredo sauce.
2. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the whole grain linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
3. Drain and combine: Drain the pasta thoroughly and return it to the hot pot placed on the lowest heat setting available on the stovetop. Keep the heat very low to prevent burning while you add the creamy Alfredo sauce over the pasta noodles.
4. Toss and warm through: Gently toss the pasta and sauce together on low heat, stirring continuously until the sauce is warmed through and evenly coats the linguine.
5. Garnish and serve: Transfer the sauced pasta to a serving bowl. Top with freshly chopped basil, extra grated Parmesan cheese, and red chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

• Use a high-speed blender or food processor to ensure the sauce is perfectly smooth.
• Be sure to keep the heat very low when combining pasta and sauce to avoid curdling or burning the cottage cheese sauce.
• Whole grain linguine adds fiber and nutrients, but any favorite pasta shape works well.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, depending on the saltiness of the Parmesan cheese used.
• Optional chili flakes add a subtle heat that complements the creamy sauce.

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