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Bowl of creamy garlic cottage cheese pasta sauce, ready to be served.

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce

A delightful mix of creamy cottage cheese and fresh cherry tomatoes, this sauce is quick to prepare and perfect for any pasta dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes Use ripe and juicy for best flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Can substitute with ricotta or cream cheese.
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Can replace with oregano or parsley.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 8 oz pasta of choice Any type works well.

Method

Cooking

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  • Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they burst and release their juices.
  • Stir in cottage cheese and mix until creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss with cooked pasta and serve, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

Best served immediately after mixing with pasta. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of water or olive oil if needed.
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