Name: Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 (24-oz) jar marinara sauce; ⅔ cup cottage cheese; 3 cloves minced garlic; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; salt and black pepper, (to taste); 1 -lb Italian sausage; 1 (16-oz) package spaghetti

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce Recipe – Discover the creamy and protein-packed goodness of cottage cheese spaghetti sauce! This simple yet scrumptious sauce combines the rich flavors of marinara with the velvety texture of cottage cheese, resulting in a delicious pasta dish. Try it over your favorite pasta, sprinkle with Parmesan, and savor the deliciousness. A must-try for those looking to add a healthy twist to their pasta night!

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High Protein Pasta Sauce

This cottage cheese pasta sauce is a mouthwatering symphony of flavors. It takes the simplicity of marinara sauce and adds a creamy twist with cottage cheese, creating a sauce that’s both comforting and rich. And when you toss in some savory Italian sausage, it’s a flavor explosion that’s hard to resist. The result is a delicious sauce that is a high-protein powerhouse that’ll have your taste buds doing a happy dance. So go ahead, savor every bite, and enjoy the goodness of this creamy pasta sauce that’s both satisfying and nutritious, without skimping on the taste!

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How to Make Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce

This creamy pasta sauce is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Place half a jar of marinara sauce, garlic, cottage cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a high speed blender. Blend until smooth.

In a large skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease. Add the cottage cheese mixture and remaining pasta sauce to the skillet and simmer over low heat.

In a large pot, bring water to a boil over high heat. Add pasta and cook according to the package directions for al dente. Drain in a colander.

Add the cooked pasta to the pan. Toss to coat with the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

If you don’t have a blender, you can make the sauce in a food processor.
Can substitute ground turkey, ground beef, ground pork, or turkey sausage.
- You can omit the meat if you prefer.
- Shrimp or tofu are also delicious with this sauce.
I recommend using full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier texture, but you can use low-fat cottage cheese for a lower-calorie dish.
Variations/Additions:
- onions
- bell peppers
- diced tomatoes
- mushrooms
- baby spinach
- broccoli
- splash of vodka
- a dollop of cream cheese or heavy cream for more creaminess
- red pepper flakes
Our favorite store-bought marinara sauce is Rao’s. I also love Trader Joe’s Roasted Garlic Marinara (green label), Carbone, and La Famiglia DelGrosso.
I use spaghetti noodles. Can substitute any pasta shape you enjoy.
- Penne, rigatoni, fusilli, farfalle, fettuccine, linguine – anything works!
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free dish.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Reheat in the microwave.

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What to Serve with High Protein Pasta Sauce

This sauce was a huge hit with our family. Everyone cleaned their plate – even our cottage cheese haters! You can’t even tell cottage cheese is in the sauce since it is blended into the marinara sauce in the blender. It just adds a creaminess to the dish.

When you’re serving up this pasta sauce, you’ve got a world of delicious possibilities. A simple green salad with a zesty vinaigrette on the side can provide a refreshing contrast to the creamy pasta sauce. If you’re feeling extra indulgent, a basket of warm, crusty garlic bread with olive oil dip is the perfect companion for mopping up every last bit of that delectable sauce. And for those who crave a bit of crunch, roasted vegetables like asparagus or green beans add a satisfying texture. No matter what you serve alongside this sauce, it is sure to be a hit!

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