Breakfast Pasta Recipe

Name: Breakfast Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (375 g) boxwhole-grain spaghetti; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 large red pepper, diced; ⅔ cup slivered almonds; 1 (398 ml) can apricot halves in light syrup, diced (drain syrup and set aside 3 Tbsp.); 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped, plus extra for garnish; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed; ¼ teaspoon salt; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 ½ cups 1% cottage cheese

Servings: persons

1 (375 g) boxwhole-grain spaghetti
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 large red pepper, diced
⅔ cup slivered almonds
1 (398 ml) can apricot halves in light syrup, diced (drain syrup and set aside 3 Tbsp.)
1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped, plus extra for garnish
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
¼ teaspoon salt
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ cups 1% cottage cheese

1
Cook pasta in boiling water according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
3
Add olive oil, onion, red pepper and almonds and saute for about 5 minutes or until onion and red pepper are tender.
4
Add apricot halves, reserved 3 tablespoons syrup, chopped mint, red pepper flakes and salt and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until apricots are heated through.
5
Add garlic to skillet and cook, stirring, for 1 more minute.
6
Add cottage cheese, mix well and heat just until entire dish is hot.
7
Drain pasta when ready and mix well with skillet ingredients.
8
Garnish with fresh mint and serve immediately.

573

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (375 g) boxwhole-grain spaghetti, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, diced, 1 large red pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Breakfast Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Breakfast Pasta

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