Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake: Easy Protein-Packed Dinner Delight
Enjoy this delicious and nutritious Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake, perfect for a quick and protein-rich dinner!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked pasta (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, bell peppers, onion, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- If using, fold in the cooked pasta.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables or toppings.
- For an extra kick, add some red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake, Easy Dinner, Protein-Packed Meal