Cottage Cheese Pizza Casserole
A protein-packed, comforting twist on traditional Italian flavors, this cottage cheese pizza casserole layers pasta with creamy cheese and savory turkey pepperoni. It combines the familiar taste of pizza with the convenience of a baked pasta dish, creating a hearty meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The cottage cheese adds a unique, tangy creaminess that pairs beautifully with melted mozzarella and marinara, ensuring a delicious and satisfying result for the whole family.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Halal-friendly
Ingredients
16 oz Pasta (Penne or Rotini)
2 cups Cottage Cheese
24 oz Pizza Sauce
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
4 oz Turkey Pepperoni
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until just al dente.
Drain the pasta thoroughly.
Combine the cooked pasta, cottage cheese, and half the pizza sauce in a large mixing bowl.
Spread this mixture evenly into a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish.
Top with the remaining pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, turkey pepperoni, and parmesan cheese.
Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Notes
Use whole wheat pasta for extra fiber. For a golden crust, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of the baking time. This dish stores well and can be reheated for lunch the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Find it online: https://www.blinkitchen.com/cottage-cheese-pizza-casserole/