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Spaghetti Dish

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This creamy angel hair pasta dish offers a comforting twist on traditional Italian comfort food. By blending fat-free cottage cheese with sharp Parmesan and a touch of melted margarine, you create a rich, velvety sauce that coats every strand of pasta without the heaviness of cream. The addition of egg white helps bind the mixture, giving it a unique texture that holds up well in the oven. It&# 226;€™s a perfect solution for a quick weeknight dinner or a hearty lunch. Packed with protein and calcium, this recipe is both satisfying and nutritious. The subtle tang of the cottage cheese balances the saltiness of the Parmesan, resulting in a dish that feels indulgent yet light. Serve it hot for the best texture, and enjoy a meal that comes together in under thirty minutes.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 335.1
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This creamy angel hair pasta dish offers a comforting twist on traditional Italian comfort food. By blending fat-free cottage cheese with sharp Parmesan and a touch of melted margarine, you create a rich, velvety sauce that coats every strand of pasta without the heaviness of cream. The addition of egg white helps bind the mixture, giving it a unique texture that holds up well in the oven. It&# 226;€™s a perfect solution for a quick weeknight dinner or a hearty lunch. Packed with protein and calcium, this recipe is both satisfying and nutritious. The subtle tang of the cottage cheese balances the saltiness of the Parmesan, resulting in a dish that feels indulgent yet light. Serve it hot for the best texture, and enjoy a meal that comes together in under thirty minutes.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Angel Hair pasta -- cooked
  • 1 tablespoon Margarine -- melted
  • 1 cup Egg white
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Fat-free cottage cheese
Directions
  1. 1
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. 2
    Add Angel Hair pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions.
  3. 3
    Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  4. 4
    In a large bowl, combine the fat-free cottage cheese, melted margarine, and egg white.
  5. 5
    Add the drained hot pasta to the bowl with the cottage cheese mixture.
  6. 6
    Toss thoroughly to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired creamy consistency is reached.
  7. 7
    Fold in the Parmesan cheese until evenly distributed.
  8. 8
    Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
  9. 9
    Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 335.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.8g17%
Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
Cholesterol 21.6mg8%
Sodium 589.1mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 33.1g12%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 24.5g49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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