High Protein Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this High Protein Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce, a rich and satisfying recipe that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring hearty high-protein pasta, tender mixed mushrooms, and creamy cottage cheese blended into a velvety sauce, this dish is packed with flavor and perfect for fueling your day. Fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients, while a touch of grated parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley bring a gourmet flair to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this wholesome, protein-packed meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Perfect for vegetarians (with vegetable broth) or easily adaptable for meat-lovers, this recipe proves that healthy eating can be indulgently delicious.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces high protein pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces mixed mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups spinach, fresh
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the high-protein pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet, stirring for another minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they have released their moisture and begin to brown, approximately 7-8 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
Step 6
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let it reduce slightly for about 3 minutes.
Step 7
Reduce heat to low, and gently stir in the cottage cheese, allowing it to melt smoothly into the sauce.
Step 8
Add the grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, stirring until the sauce is thick and creamy.
Step 9
Combine the cooked pasta with the mushroom sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Step 10
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1895.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2140.9 |
| Total Fat 67.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 56.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5029.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 263.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 45.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.5g | |
| Protein 146.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 23.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1234.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5690.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories