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Tuesday, December 12, 2017

High Protein Creamy Alfredo Sauce

A similar recipe was shared with me years ago when we were living in North Carolina and my husband Sam was in graduate school. I was just learning the ropes of nutrition, and the importance of balance and natural ingredients. I have modified this recipe to improve it's ability to nourish the body, AND please the palette!


Yield: 8 Servings

High Protein Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce

prep time: 5 MINScook time: 15 MINStotal time: 20 mins
A delicious, healthy alternative to the traditional Alfredo Sauce. Use with traditional or vegetable noodles, or as a dipping sauce for breads and meats!

ingredients:

2 C. (about 1 can White beans, soaked and cooked til softened, (can use canned)
1/2 C.  Greek Yogurt
 1/2 C.  Parmesan Cheese
4 oz.  Cream Cheese
1 C. Cottage cheese
2 tsp.  Garlic powder or 2 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp. Onion powder
1 tsp. natural sea salt
1 Tbsp. Olive or Coconut Oil
1 Tbsp. Butter, unsalted
1 tsp. italian herbs seasoning
1 C.  Coconut or dairy milk, divided


instructions:

Add oil to a deep skillet and allow to warm over medium heat. Meanwhile, add cheeses. Stirring constantly so cheese does not burn, Add garlic, herbs and salt, and simmer for about 30 seconds after all cheese is melted. Add beans and 1/2 C. milk. Blend well in a blender or with an immersion blender, until beans are smooth, and all ingredients are incorporated.  Add butter, then add up to 1/2 cup more milk, depending on desired consistency. When all cheese is melted and liquid is fully incorporated, add greek yogurt and remove from heat. Stir until ingredients are incorporated. Pour over pasta, or serve separately. Enjoy!


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