Cottage Cheese and Noodles

Tender egg noodles are tossed with creamy cottage cheese and a pat of butter, making this dish rich and savory. Made with pantry staples, this nostalgic recipe is perfect for weeknights!

Cottage Cheese and Noodles with sour cream

Flavor: It’s creamy, buttery, and cozy. The noodles are soft, the cottage cheese is mild and tangy, and the onions add a hint of sweetness.
Skill Level: Make this quick and delicious meal in less than 20 minutes with only one skillet to wash.
Serving Suggestions: Pour the mixture into a casserole dish and top with homemade seasoned breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. Broil in the oven until the cheese is browned and bubbly.
Budget Tip: Stir in leftover meat and make it into a one-pot main dish.

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Ingredient Tips for Cottage Cheese and Noodles

Cottage Cheese: Full-fat cottage cheese will make the richest sauce, but you can use any kind you like. For an even coating, opt for small curd cottage cheese.
Noodles: Make homemade egg noodles or buy them. Choose wide egg noodles for a classic texture.

Variations

Match the noodles to the menu and try different seasoning blends like taco, Greek, or a simple lemon pepper seasoning.
Some other pasta shapes to try are penne, bowtie, cavatappi, or heavier spaghetti varieties like bucatini.
For a perfectly smooth sauce, puree the cottage cheese with an immersion blender before using. Ricotta can be used in place of cottage cheese if desired.

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How to Make Cottage Cheese and Noodles

Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain but don’t rinse.
Cook the onion in butter until lightly browned.
Add onion to the pasta with cottage cheese and seasonings (full recipe below) and heat through.

Serve with sour cream and parsley if desired.

Mix the noodles with butter first to help the cottage cheese melt evenly.
To make ahead, boil the noodles and refrigerate. Then reheat with butter and cottage cheese.
When reheating leftovers, make sure to mix in a little milk to loosen the sauce.

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Storing Leftovers

Keep leftover cottage cheese and noodles in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheat leftovers to enjoy for lunch or try using them as a layer for lasagna or a hearty tuna casserole.

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Cottage cheese and noodles is a creamy, comforting dish made with egg noodles, sautéed onion, and tangy cottage cheese.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package directions. Drain but do not rinse, add the pasta back to the pot and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened and it begins to brown slightly, about 10-12 minutes.
Add the onion to pasta along with cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat until the sauce is heated through.
Serve with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with parsley if desired.

Store leftover cottage cheese and noodles in a covered container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Dinner, Lunch, Pasta, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Polish

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