Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups 1% cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup fat-free milk
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
  • 8 ounces spiral pasta, cooked and drained
  • 1 to 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Method

  • In a blender or food processor, process cottage cheese, milk and garlic until smooth. Add flour, lemon juice, basil, mustard, pepper and salt if desired; process until well blended. Pour into a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Do not boil. Serve over noodles; sprinkle with chopped tomatoes.