Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake – Easy Protein-Packed Dinner
Experience the ultimate comfort food with our Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake – Easy Protein-Packed Dinner. This hearty dish combines the creamy goodness of cottage cheese and the savory flavors of pizza, all while being low in carbs and high in protein. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it can be prepared in just 45 minutes! With its cheesy texture and customizable toppings, everyone at your table will be delighted. Whether you’re serving it with marinara sauce or alongside a fresh salad, this dish promises to be a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup mini turkey pepperoni slices
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
- Stir in the mozzarella, most of the turkey pepperoni, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and top with remaining pepperoni.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing; serve warm with marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of bake (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg