Creamy Cottage Cheese Sauce (Print Version)
Velvety blend of cottage cheese, garlic, and parmesan creates a smooth sauce ideal for pasta dishes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
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1 cup whole-milk cottage cheese
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Produce
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Oils & Seasonings
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat olive oil over medium-low heat in a small skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and softened without browning. Remove from heat immediately to avoid bitterness.
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Transfer the garlic and oil into a blender along with the cottage cheese, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 30 to 60 seconds, scraping down sides as needed.
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For a warm sauce, gently heat the blended mixture over low heat in a saucepan, stirring constantly until warmed through. Avoid boiling to maintain the creamy texture.
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Toss the sauce immediately with hot, drained pasta to ensure even coating. Serve promptly, garnished with extra Parmesan, black pepper, or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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To achieve a silky texture, blend the cottage cheese longer or strain it beforehand. Reserve some pasta water to adjust consistency when pairing with long noodles.
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Prepare up to one day in advance and reheat gently to prevent sauce separation.