Cottage Cheese Alfredo Fettuccine
A creamy and flavorful twist on classic Alfredo sauce using cottage cheese for a lighter touch, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Mix together cottage cheese, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and pour in the cottage cheese mixture. Add the cooked fettuccine and stir until coated.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and heat everything for a few minutes until warm.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh Parmesan cheese. Consider adding cooked chicken or steamed broccoli for extra nutrition.