Cottage Cheese Alfredo

 

This low-fat, low-calorie cottage cheese alfredo is a lighter version of the rich and creamy pasta classic!

 

Ingredients

1 cup milk use skim for low-fat

½ cup cottage cheese use low-fat cottage cheese to make this recipe low-fat

1 tablespoon cornstarch

¼ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon pepper

¼ teaspoon garlic powder or more to taste

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese

dried basil to taste

dried oregano to taste

fresh chopped parsley for garnish, optional

cooked pasta of choice

 

Blend all of the ingredients, except the basil, in a food processor or blender until smooth. In a small saucepan, combine the mixture with the basil and oregano. Cook over medium-low heat until well cooked and smooth. To taste, add additional basil, oregano, salt, pepper, or other seasonings. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes over low heat, stirring regularly. Just before serving, add the cooked pasta and let it soak in for a few minutes. As desired, top with meat or vegetables; optionally, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve right away.