Blended Cottage Cheese Pasta (2024)

Are you craving a hearty yet budget-friendly meal? Look no further than this Creamy Blended Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce recipe! With just three simple ingredients, this vegetarian dish is not only easy on the wallet but also packs a powerful punch of protein.

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Forget complicated recipes and expensive ingredients. All you need is cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and your favorite pasta to whip up this satisfying and budget-friendly meal.

Plus, the blended cottage cheese adds creamy richness without the calories or cost of heavy cream. As written, you have a balanced meal or feel free to top with grilled chicken or stir in ground sausage for even more protein.

Ingredients

Cottage Cheese: Creamy and versatile, cottage cheese forms the base of our sauce. I recommend using small-curd cottage cheese to ensure that it blends smoothly, and 4% milk fat provides the best flavor.

Using cottage cheese is a budget-friendly way to add protein to your pasta dish.

Marinara Sauce: A jar of your favorite marinara or spaghetti sauce is such an affordable convenience item. You can absolutely use homemade spaghetti sauce if you like.

Box of your Favorite Pasta: Choose any pasta variety you love, from penne to spaghetti.

Optional Spices: Additionally, we can add garlic powder and Italian seasoning to the pasta sauce and parmesan cheese for sprinkling on top

Equipment

• Large pot for cooking pasta
• Food processor or blender
• Measuring Cup and Spoons
• Mixing spoon

How to Make Blended Cottage Cheese Pasta

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, add the cottage cheese and optional garlic powder and Italian seasoning to a food processor or blender. Blend for 30-60 seconds or until the cottage cheese is a smooth texture.
3. When the pasta is cooked, drain the water making sure to reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
4. Return the pasta to the pot and add the marinara sauce and cottage cheese. Stir to combine. The residual heat from the burner and the pasta will heat the marinara sauce. Alternatively, heat the pasta and sauce over low heat until heated through.

Note: If you prefer a more saucy pasta, add the reserved pasta water in small pours until it gets to your desired consistency.

Variations

• Add sautéed vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrients.
• Add grilled chicken or Italian sausage for a meaty twist.
• Stir in a couple tablespoon of pesto for a burst of herby goodness.
• You can even make this recipe with jarred Alfredo sauce. The cottage cheese blends perfectly and gives you some added protein.

What to Serve with Cottage Cheese Pasta

• A side salad with balsamic vinaigrette for a refreshing contrast.
• Garlic bread for dipping into the creamy sauce.
• Steamed broccoli or roasted vegetables for a nutritious boost.

More Easy Pasta Recipes

• Tuna Noodle Casserole
• Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti
• Ground Beef Stroganoff
• Pesto Pasta with Tuna
• Instant Pot Hamburger Helper

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