Can you make a sauce with cottage cheese?

Absolutely! Cottage cheese makes an excellent creamy pasta sauce that's high in protein and lower in calories than traditional cream sauces. The key is breaking it down properly and warming it gently to create that silky texture.

How to get rid of lumps in cottage cheese without blender?

Mash the cottage cheese with a fork until broken down , then push it through a fine mesh strainer for the smoothest texture. This method works just as well as a blender and gives you complete control over the consistency.

What can I use if I don't have a blender?

Use a fork to mash the cottage cheese thoroughly , then whisk vigorously or push through a fine mesh strainer. You can also use a potato masher for larger quantities. The strainer method produces the creamiest results!

Can you blend cottage cheese with a hand blender?

Yes, a hand blender works perfectly for smoothing cottage cheese into a creamy sauce. However, the cottage cheese pasta sauce no blender method using a fork and strainer works just as well and doesn't require any special equipment.

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce No Blender - Easy Guide in 10 Minutes

Name: Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce No Blender
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup full-fat or 2% small curd cottage cheese; 1/4 cup warm milk or reserved pasta water; 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder); 1/2 tsp onion powder; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning (or dried oregano/basil); Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional); 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional); Fresh herbs like basil or parsley (optional)

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Trust me, I never thought I’d be this excited about cottage cheese pasta sauce no blender until I discovered this game-changing technique! This method has become my go-to solution for busy weeknights when I want something creamy, protein-packed, and absolutely delicious without any fancy equipment.

Ingredients

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1 cup full-fat or 2% small curd cottage cheese
1/4 cup warm milk or reserved pasta water
1 clove garlic, minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 tsp Italian seasoning (or dried oregano/basil)
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional)
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Fresh herbs like basil or parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Place the cottage cheese in a medium bowl and mash vigorously with a fork for 2-3 minutes until it starts breaking down
For ultimate smoothness, push the mashed cottage cheese through a fine mesh strainer using the back of a spoon
Transfer the smooth cottage cheese to a saucepan over low heat
Gradually whisk in the warm milk or pasta water, starting with just a tablespoon at a time
Stir in the minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using
Keep stirring constantly over low heat for 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and warmed through
Add the Parmesan cheese and olive oil or butter if using, whisk until cheese melts and sauce becomes glossy
Remove from heat and immediately toss with your cooked pasta
If sauce seems too thick, add a splash of pasta water to loosen it up

Notes

Always use room temperature cottage cheese when possible – it mashes more easily. Save some pasta water as it helps the sauce cling to pasta better. Keep heat low throughout to prevent curdling. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Sauce
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 180
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 25mg