Pizza-Style Cottage Cheese Bake: Comfort Food with a Twist

Delicious Pizza-Style Cottage Cheese Bake combines cheesy comfort with cottage cheese for a guilt-free dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cheese Mixture

2 cups Cottage Cheese Blend for a smoother texture if desired.
1 cup Tomato Sauce Opt for gluten-free brands when necessary.
1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded, mix in some parmesan for added depth.

For the Base

1 package Pre-made Pizza Dough or Flatbread Optional for a crust-like foundation.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Drizzle to crisp up the edges.

For Crunch and Texture

0.5 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Optional, mix with olive oil before sprinkling.

Equipment

mixing bowl
Baking dish
spatula
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of cottage cheese, 1 cup of tomato sauce, and 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese until creamy.
Lightly oil a baking dish and press the pre-made pizza dough or flatbread into the bottom. Spread half of the cheese mixture over the base.
Pour remaining cheese mixture over the first layer and sprinkle ½ cup of panko breadcrumbs mixed with olive oil on top for extra crunch.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Can make ahead and refrigerate. Adjust baking time accordingly if starting from cold.

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