Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake
This comforting and delightful pizza-style bake combines the heartiness of cottage cheese with classic pizza flavors, perfect for family dinners and potlucks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese Can substitute with ricotta or dairy-free alternatives.
- 1 jar pizza sauce Feel free to swap with alfredo or pesto for different flavors.
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Consider adding cheddar or provolone for a different taste.
- 9 sheets noodles (lasagna or similar) Whole grain or gluten-free alternatives can be used.
- 1 cup pepperoni or other desired toppings (optional) Customize as per your preference.
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a spacious baking dish, begin layering ingredients starting with the noodles at the bottom.
- Spread a layer of cottage cheese over the noodles, followed by pizza sauce, and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, ensuring mozzarella forms the final layer.
- Add pepperoni or your preferred toppings on the last layer for that classic pizza touch.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is irresistibly bubbly and golden.
- Once it’s out of the oven, allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For serving, consider garnishing with fresh basil or Parmesan and pair with a crisp green salad or garlic bread. To store leftovers, let cool and transfer to an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for later use.