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Hungarian Cottage Cheese Pasta

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A simple and comforting Hungarian pasta dish made with tender noodles, creamy cottage cheese, and a buttery, tangy finish.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3-4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Hungarian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • Egg noodles or short pasta 250 g
  • Cottage cheese 200 g
  • Sour cream 100 ml
  • Unsalted butter 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil 1 tablespoon
  • Small onion finely chopped 1
  • Salt 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper 1/4 teaspoon
  • Paprika 1/2 teaspoon optional

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat and sauté onion until soft and lightly golden.
  3. Reduce heat to low and add cooked pasta to the pan.
  4. Stir in cottage cheese and sour cream, mixing gently until combined.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
  6. Heat through gently and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for best creaminess.
  • Add a splash of milk when reheating to keep it moist.
  • Top with fresh herbs like parsley or dill for brightness.
  • Optional crispy onions add extra texture.
  • Best served fresh but can be stored up to 3 days.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/hungarian-cottage-cheese-pasta/