Low Fat Cheesy Pasta Delight
Indulge in the creamy, guilt-free goodness of Low Fat Cheesy Pasta Delight, a deliciously lighter take on comfort food that's perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying family dinner. This recipe features wholesome whole wheat pasta tossed in a luscious sauce made from low-fat cottage cheese, fat-free milk, and a touch of low-fat mozzarella, delivering all the cheesy satisfaction without the excess fat. Enhanced with the freshness of baby spinach, the bold flavors of garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and basil, this dish is a harmonious blend of nutrition and taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a quick and healthy way to curb those cheesy pasta cravings. Garnished with melty parmesan, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that pairs perfectly with a crisp side salad or roasted vegetables. Whether you're looking for low-fat dinner ideas or a healthier pasta alternative, this creamy masterpiece is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams whole wheat pasta
- 200 grams low-fat cottage cheese
- 100 grams low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 30 grams parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 100 grams baby spinach
- 250 milliliters fat-free milk
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook until al dente, following the package instructions. Reserve 100 ml of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Add the baby spinach to the pan and cook until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
In a blender, combine the low-fat cottage cheese, fat-free milk, and half of the low-fat mozzarella cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Pour the cheese mixture into the pan with the spinach. Stir in the oregano, basil, black pepper, and salt. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta and the reserved pasta water to the cheese sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta thoroughly in the sauce.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and all of the parmesan cheese over the pasta. Cover the pan with a lid and let it sit for 2 minutes on low heat until the cheese melts.
Step 8
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional cracked black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (963.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1079.0 |
| Total Fat 42.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 108.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2840.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.6g | |
| Protein 83.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 113.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1480.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1119.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories