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Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe

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This Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake is a delicious and protein-packed dish that mimics the flavors of your favorite pizza in a healthy baked casserole. Featuring cottage cheese, mozzarella, turkey pepperoni, and Italian seasonings, this savory bake is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and pairs wonderfully with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Flavorings

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

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup mini turkey pepperoni slices (divided: mostly for mixing, some for topping)

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 for easy removal after baking.
  2. Combine Cottage Cheese and Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a creamy base for the bake.
  3. Add Cheese and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese, most of the mini turkey pepperoni slices (reserve some for topping), grated parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of all ingredients.
  4. Fill Baking Dish and Top: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly distribute the reserved mini turkey pepperoni slices on top for an attractive and flavorful finish.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the bake is set, cheese is bubbly, and the top has a beautiful golden color.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes. This helps it to set further and makes slicing easier. Serve warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping if desired.

Notes

  • Customize by adding your favorite pizza toppings such as bell peppers, olives, or mushrooms for extra flavor and variety.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute mini turkey pepperoni with chopped vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
  • This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated, making it convenient for quick meals or meal prep.

Keywords: cottage cheese bake, pizza-style casserole, healthy pizza bake, turkey pepperoni bake, easy baked casserole

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