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Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta Bake

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Cottage cheese Alfredo pasta bake is a creamy, protein-packed twist on traditional Alfredo pasta, using blended cottage cheese for a light yet indulgent sauce. Baked to golden perfection, it’s cozy, wholesome, and perfect for family meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or rotini)
  • 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1/4 cup milk (or pasta water)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach, peas, or cooked chicken
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan, milk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Blend until smooth.
  5. Stir sautéed garlic into the blended sauce.
  6. In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta with the cottage cheese Alfredo sauce. Fold in any optional add-ins like spinach or chicken.
  7. Transfer mixture to the greased baking dish. Top with mozzarella and extra Parmesan if desired.
  8. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Use whole-wheat or gluten-free pasta for a variation.
  • Stir in broccoli, mushrooms, or turkey sausage for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Reheat with a splash of milk if the pasta thickens after chilling.
  • Great for make-ahead—assemble and refrigerate before baking.
  • Low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese both work well; full-fat yields a creamier result.

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