Creamy High Protein Pasta Sauce

25 minutes Prep Time
10 minutes Cook Time
6 Servings

This creamy, high-protein pasta sauce has been a staple in our household for a few months.  It tastes like a creamy blush sauce, but it is also packed with protein. …

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cavatappi pasta
  • 12 ounces Italian chicken sausage, optional
  • 1 (15 ounce) can Tuttorosso® Crushed Tomatoes with basil
  • 16 ounces cottage cheese, fat-free
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • basil, fresh, for garnish

Instructions

Step one

Boil the pasta according to package instructions.

Step two

If using chicken sausage, brown it in a large pan over medium heat.  Once cooked through, remove from heat and set aside.  

Step three

In a high-speed blender, combine Tuttorosso Crushed Tomatoes with Basil, cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, salt and black pepper.  Blend until smooth and creamy, resulting in a pink sauce. 

Step four

Drain the cooked pasta and return it to the pan over low heat. Pour the prepared sauce over the pasta in the pan.  Add shredded mozzarella cheese and cooked chicken sausage (if using).  Stir gently to combine until the cheese is melted and the sauce is heated through.

Step five

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. 

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