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Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe

Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe
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This Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake is a delicious, protein-packed vegetarian dish perfect for brunch or a hearty main meal. Combining creamy cottage cheese with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned with Italian herbs, and topped with classic pizza toppings like tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, and extra cheese, it bakes into a warm, satisfying casserole that’s both flavorful and nutritious.

Ingredients

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For the Bake

  • 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Topping

  • 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara
  • 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
  • ½ cup sliced mushrooms
  • ½ cup black olives, sliced
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (extra for topping)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, eggs, dried oregano, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  3. Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating a smooth surface for the toppings.
  4. Add Sauce: Spoon the pizza sauce over the cheese layer, gently spreading it to cover most of the surface without mixing into the base.
  5. Arrange Toppings: Distribute the sliced cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, and black olives over the sauce evenly. Then sprinkle the extra ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese on top for a melty finish.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the top is bubbly and melted.
  7. Cool and Garnish: Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer flavor or low-fat to reduce calories.
  • You can customize the vegetable toppings based on seasonal availability or preferences.
  • If you prefer a spicier bake, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture or sauce.
  • This dish reheats well and can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure your pizza sauce contains no gluten additives.

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