Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta
This creamy cottage cheese pasta combines comfort and nutrition, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. It's a simple and customizable dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 12 ounces your favorite pasta Short shapes like penne or fusilli work best.
Creamy Mixture
- 1 cup cottage cheese Choose creamy, not watery cottage cheese.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the garlic.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the dish.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil Can substitute with fresh basil.
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional; adds heat.
Vegetables
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped Can substitute with seasonal vegetables.
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Adds freshness and color.
Garnish
- to taste Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) For garnishing before serving.
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
Preparing the Sauce
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the cottage cheese, salt, black pepper, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix thoroughly.
Combining Ingredients
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing well to coat it with the creamy cottage cheese mixture. If the pasta appears too dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you achieve the desired creaminess.
- Gently fold in the chopped spinach and cherry tomatoes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens wilt.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
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Notes
For a complete meal, serve with a simple side salad. You can also add a drizzle of high-quality olive oil or grated cheese on top for added richness.