A comforting pasta dish featuring tender pasta coated in a creamy, rich cottage cheese and parmesan sauce. The finely chopped broccoli brings a vibrant green hue and a hint of crunch, balanced by the subtle garlic aroma and the warmth of olive oil. A touch of reserved pasta water melds everything into a smooth, velvety sauce that clings to each piece of pasta. Seasoned with a hint of salt and freshly cracked black pepper, the dish is then topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness and optional red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
5 servings, 362 calories per serving, 22 grams of protein per serving
Ingredients
- 250 grams dry pasta
- 1/3 cup reserved pasta water
- 2 cups broccoli (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 grams cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 cup parsley
- red pepper flakes
You'll Need
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 10″ large pot
- food processor
1. Cook Pasta
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Cook pasta according to package instruction, reserving 1/3 cup of the pasta water for later. Steam broccoli until tender and immediately place in ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain & set aside.
2. Combine Ingredients
Combine olive oil, cottage cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
3. Finish Pasta
Add cottage cheese sauce to a pan over low heat. Add reserved pasta water and stir to combine. Add cooked pasta and broccoli and stir until the pasta is fully coated in sauce.
4. Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes. Enjoy!