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Cheese Tomato Basil Sauce

Creamy Cheese Tomato Basil Sauce for Effortless Dinner Joy

This Creamy Cheese Tomato Basil Sauce is a delightful, protein-rich twist on Italian flavor, perfect for quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and helps to sauté the garlic.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Provides aromatic flavor; garlic powder can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes, with juice Serves as the sauce's base.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors; adjust based on dietary needs.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a mild heat; substitute with white pepper for a different flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; offers extra spice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano Complements the freshness.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese, full-fat Provides creaminess to the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Infuses fresh flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Adds umami depth.
  • 1/4 cup Reserved Pasta Water Helps adjust sauce consistency.
For Serving
  • Pasta/Vegetable/Base Toss with your favorite pasta or serve over grilled chicken or veggies.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Creamy Cheese Tomato Basil Sauce
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in one can of diced tomatoes, along with ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of dried oregano. Let this mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Transfer the tomato mixture to a blender. Add 1 cup of cottage cheese, ¼ cup of fresh basil leaves, and ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth.
  4. Return the blended sauce to the skillet. Stir in ¼ cup of reserved pasta water and heat gently over low-medium for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Toss the sauce with your cooked pasta or serve over grilled vegetables or chicken. Garnish with additional fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This sauce can be stored separately from pasta to maintain freshness during meal prep.

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