# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
02 - 1/2 cup whole milk
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Flavorings & Seasonings
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
08 - Pinch freshly grated nutmeg, optional
→ Garnish
09 - Chopped fresh parsley, optional
10 - Additional grated Parmesan, optional
# Directions:
01 - Combine cottage cheese and whole milk in a blender; blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy.
02 - Melt unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant without browning.
03 - Pour blended cottage cheese mixture into the saucepan; stir in grated Parmesan, black pepper, salt, and nutmeg if using.
04 - Gently cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring continuously until warmed through and slightly thickened, approximately 2 to 3 minutes without boiling.
05 - Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as necessary.
06 - Toss the sauce immediately with hot cooked pasta or use as accompaniment for vegetables or chicken; garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
