Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake – Easy Protein-Packed Dinner
If you’re in search of a quick and satisfying dinner that the entire family will love, look no further than this Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake. This protein-packed dish combines the comforting flavors of pizza with the wholesome goodness of cottage cheese, making it both delicious and nutritious. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a total cooking time of 35 minutes, you can whip up this delightful bake any night of the week. It’s perfect for casual family gatherings or a cozy dinner after a long day. Topped with melty mozzarella and savory mini turkey pepperoni, every bite is bursting with flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini turkey pepperoni slices
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese, most of the mini turkey pepperoni (reserve some for topping), parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with reserved turkey pepperoni.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg