Let's Eat Cookies, my cookie cookbook is HERE! ORDER NOW!Cottage Cheese Creamy Pesto PastaBy Maria LichtyPublished on August 21, 2024View RecipePin Recipe0This post may contain affiliate links.Read my disclosure policy.Quick Summary Creamy Pesto Pasta- you only need 3-ingredients and 20 minutes to make this protein-packed creamy pesto pasta.

It is the perfect weeknight meal, kids and adults love it! Pin this now to find it laterPin It Whenever I need an EASY weeknight dinner, I like to make this Creamy Pesto Pasta.It only takes 20 minutes to make and you only need 3 key ingredients.One of the ingredients is a SECRET ingredient…cottage cheese! Cottage cheese pesto pasta is a lighter alternative to the classic creamy pesto pasta.

The cottage cheese adds a creamy texture and a mild tangy flavor, making it a great substitute for heavy cream.It also adds a healthy dose of protein to the pasta.Kids and adults love this protein packed pasta! They will never guess there is cottage cheese in the sauce.

It’s creamy, cheesy, and bursting with basil flavor.I like to use my homemade basil pesto (I always keep some in the freezer), but store-bought works well too.I like to top the pasta with a dash of crushed red pepper flakes, freshly grated parmesan cheese, and fresh basil leaves.

Serve with garlic bread or a simple salad for an easy meal! Table of ContentsIngredientsHow to Make Creamy Pesto PastaPasta VariationsServing SuggestionsHow to Store

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