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Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Cilantro Pesto

Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Cilantro Pesto is built on Bowtie Pasta, Low Fat Cottage Cheese, Salt, Olive Oil, and Garlic Minced. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Illustrative photo

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb
• 1/2 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 2 tsp
• 3 clove
• 1/8 tsp
• 3 tbsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Cook pasta in boiling, salted water until al dente.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, combine cottage cheese, yogurt, cilantro, and salt in blender or food processor. Process 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Heat oil in small skillet over medium heat; add garlic and cook until aromatic, about 1 minute.

4. 4

   Add red pepper flakes; remove from heat.

5. 5

   Drain pasta; toss with sauce and garlic in serving bowl.

6. 6

   Sprinkle with Parmesan.

7. 7

   Variation: Saute slivered onion and sweet red and yellow bell pepper strips along with garlic. Cook 3 minutes, or until crips-tender. Proceed with recipe.