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Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce

A high protein pasta dish that tastes just as rich and creamy as a traditional vodka sauce.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 14, 2026
Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Serves
2

If you love creamy pasta but want to add a bit more nutrition to your dinner, this recipe is for you. Blending cottage cheese creates a silky texture that mimics heavy cream perfectly, and it is a fantastic way to pack extra protein into your meal.

My best tip for this recipe is to make sure you blend the cottage cheese until it is completely smooth. You want to ensure there are no lumps left so that your sauce coats the noodles in a beautiful, velvety way.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces pasta of your choice
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Blend on high until the texture is perfectly smooth and creamy.

  3. 3

    Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  4. 4

    Pour the marinara sauce and the blended cottage cheese into the pan with the garlic. Stir well to combine and let it warm through over low heat.

  5. 5

    Stir in the parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, then season with salt and pepper to your liking.

  6. 6

    Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the sauce until every noodle is well coated. Serve immediately with a garnish of fresh basil.

💡 Tips

This pasta is best served fresh while the sauce is warm and creamy. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. You can add a splash of water or milk when reheating to bring the sauce back to its creamy consistency.

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