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Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake is a deliciously cheesy and protein-packed casserole that combines creamy cottage cheese with mozzarella, parmesan, and mini turkey pepperoni. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s perfect for a comforting breakfast, brunch, or light dinner. Served warm with marinara sauce for dipping, this dish offers the flavors of pizza in a wholesome baked form.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 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

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bake after cooking.
  2. Mix cottage cheese and eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 cups of cottage cheese and 3 large eggs until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a creamy base for the bake.
  3. Add cheeses and seasonings: Stir in 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, most of the 1/2 cup mini turkey pepperoni slices (reserve some for topping), 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch each of salt and pepper to the cottage cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
  4. Prepare for baking: Pour the combined mixture into the greased baking dish and evenly spread it out. Top the surface with the remaining mini turkey pepperoni slices for a flavorful presentation.
  5. Bake the dish: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bake is set through, the surface is bubbly, and the cheese turns golden brown.
  6. Cool and serve: Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes before slicing into portions. Serve warm alongside a side of marinara sauce for dipping to enhance the pizza-style flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute turkey pepperoni with regular pepperoni or omit for a vegetarian option (though not fully vegetarian due to cheeses and eggs).
  • Using low-fat cottage cheese and part-skim mozzarella can reduce the fat content.
  • Ensure the bake is fully set before removing from the oven to maintain structure when slicing.
  • This dish can be reheated in the oven or microwave for leftovers.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle some fresh basil or oregano before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cottage cheese bake, pizza style casserole, turkey pepperoni bake, cheesy breakfast bake, protein-packed casserole

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