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    Cottage Cheese Alfredo in a white bowl.

    Cottage Cheese Alfredo

    This Cottage Cheese Alfredo allows you to enjoy creamy alfredo without the guilt! It's rich, flavorful, and packed with protein for a lighter twist on the classic. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for any day of the week!
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces fettuccini
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 cups cottage cheese
    • 1/2 cup chicken broth
    • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
    • salt and pepper
    • parsley, chopped

    Instructions

    • Boil fettuccini in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
    • Add cottage cheese and chicken broth to a blender or food processor.
      Blend for 30-60 seconds or until smooth and lump free, set aside.
    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
      Add in garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
    • Pour the cottage cheese sauce in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes stirring often to heat the sauce through.
    • Once hot and thickened remove from the heat and stir in parmesan cheese.
    • Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.
      Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 407kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 652mgPotassium: 276mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 281IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 262mgIron: 1mg