Description
A creamy and delicious Alfredo sauce made with blended cottage cheese for a healthier twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, and nutmeg (if using). Blend until smooth.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour the blended mixture into the saucepan and stir well.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over your favorite pasta or vegetables.
Notes
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a thicker sauce, reduce the amount of milk.
- Add cooked chicken or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending and cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg