Description
A creamy and delicious high-protein alternative to traditional Alfredo sauce made with cottage cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and heat over medium heat until warmed through.
- Serve over your favorite pasta or use as a dip.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, reduce the amount of milk.
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese, Alfredo Sauce, High Protein, Pasta Hack