Hearty Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake topped with vegetables and cheese

Hearty Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake

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Why Make This Recipe

Hearty Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s a quick and easy meal that is filling and packed with flavor. This recipe makes it simple to enjoy the tastes of pizza while incorporating healthy ingredients. It’s also versatile, so you can customize it with your favorite toppings. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak in some extra protein and veggies!

How to Make Hearty Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Low-fat cottage cheese (Can substitute with ricotta)
  • 2 large Eggs (Flaxseed meal can be used as a vegan substitute)
  • 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese (Can replace with full-fat mozzarella)
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan alternative)
  • 1 cup Pizza sauce (Homemade sauce can reduce sodium content)
  • 1 cup Turkey pepperoni (Can swap with regular pepperoni or a vegetarian option)
  • 1 cup Chopped bell peppers (Mix with other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped black olives (Can substitute with green olives)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs (Fresh herbs like basil can be substituted)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (Use fresh minced garlic for more intensity)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Adjust to taste)

Directions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, mix the cottage cheese, eggs, mozzarella, Parmesan, pizza sauce, turkey pepperoni, bell peppers, black olives, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is combined well.

  2. Assemble: Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

  3. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

  4. Cool and Cut: Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares.

How to Serve Hearty Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake

Serve the pizza bake warm. It’s great on its own or with a side salad. You can also add extra toppings like fresh basil or a sprinkle of chili flakes for added flavor.

How to Store Hearty Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3-4 days. You can reheat it in the microwave or oven before serving.

Tips to Make Hearty Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake

  • Add More Veggies: Feel free to include more of your favorite veggies, like mushrooms or spinach, for extra nutrition.
  • Spice it Up: If you like heat, add crushed red pepper flakes to the mix for a spicy kick.
  • Meal Prep: This dish is perfect for meal prepping. You can make it ahead of time and have quick meals ready to go!

Variation

If you want to change up the flavors, you can use different cheese types, add ground meats, or switch up the sauce by using pesto instead of pizza sauce.

FAQs

1. Can I make this dish vegan?
Yes! You can replace cottage cheese with ricotta or a vegan cheese alternative, and use flaxseed meal instead of eggs.

2. What can I use instead of turkey pepperoni?
You can use regular pepperoni or a vegetarian option like veggie pepperoni.

3. Can I freeze this bake?
Yes, you can freeze it before or after baking. Wrap it tightly in foil and store it for up to 2 months. Just thaw and reheat before serving!

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A quick and easy meal that combines the flavors of pizza with healthy ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Low-fat cottage cheese (Can substitute with ricotta)
  • 2 large Eggs (Flaxseed meal can be used as a vegan substitute)
  • 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese (Can replace with full-fat mozzarella)
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan alternative)
  • 1 cup Pizza sauce (Homemade sauce can reduce sodium content)
  • 1 cup Turkey pepperoni (Can swap with regular pepperoni or a vegetarian option)
  • 1 cup Chopped bell peppers (Mix with other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped black olives (Can substitute with green olives)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs (Fresh herbs like basil can be substituted)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (Use fresh minced garlic for more intensity)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cottage cheese, eggs, mozzarella, Parmesan, pizza sauce, turkey pepperoni, bell peppers, black olives, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is combined well.
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
  4. Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  5. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares.

Notes

Great for meal prepping; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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