Low Fat Cheesy Pasta Delight
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our 'Low Fat Cheesy Pasta Delight,' a guilt-free spin on classic cheesy pasta. Featuring hearty whole wheat pasta tossed in a creamy, flavorful sauce made with low-fat cottage cheese, mozzarella, and fat-free milk, this dish satisfies your craving for rich textures without the extra calories. Freshly wilted baby spinach adds a vibrant burst of nutrients, while aromatic garlic and Italian herbs like oregano and basil infuse every bite with irresistible flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers a wholesome, low-fat meal for the whole family to enjoy. Serve hot with a sprinkle of parmesan for that final cheesy touch!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
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.
Add the baby spinach to the pan and cook until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
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.
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.
Add the cooked pasta and the reserved pasta water to the cheese sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta thoroughly in the sauce.
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.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional cracked black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 108 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2841 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.8 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 83.6 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1481 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1120 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
