Best 3 Baked Cottage Cheese Recipes

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Baked cottage cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover cottage cheese, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a simple, cheesy dish or something more flavorful, there is a baked cottage cheese recipe out there for you. In this article, we will provide you with a collection of the best baked cottage cheese recipes, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

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BAKED MAC AND CHEESE WITH SOUR CREAM AND COTTAGE CHEESE



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Rich and cheesy but not too dry. My family loves this and we have it for all our big meals.

Provided by Carolinagirl

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 (8 ounce) packages mild Cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
1 (8 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
¾ cup sour cream
¾ cup cottage cheese
1 egg
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese for later use
  • Mix mild Cheddar cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese, and egg together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Stir cooked macaroni into cheese mixture. Pour macaroni mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish; sprinkle with the reserved 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbling, 40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 80.9 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 419.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

BAKED NOODLES AND COTTAGE CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Baked Noodles and Cottage Cheese Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ontariomamaof7

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup low fat cottage cheese
4 ounces whole wheat penne
1/4 cup skim milk
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
2 tablespoons chives, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
paprika, for topping

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles al dente and cool to room temperature.
  • Place the cooked noodles into a bowl and toss with 1/2 cup of cottage cheese, milk, melted butter, chives, and garlic. Season this mixture with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Spray an 8 x 8 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray lightly on the bottom and sides.
  • Place the noodle mixture into this dish and top with the remaining cottage cheese spreading this evenly from end to end.
  • Top this evenly with breadcrumbs and top this with paprika for color. Spray this lightly with some nonstick spray.
  • Place this into a 400°F oven for 20 to 30 minutes.

BAKED MACARONI PIE WITH COTTAGE CHEESE



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This claims to be a lower calorie version of a simple baked macaroni and cheese. The eggs in this dish are what make it more like a pie. The recipe in the book is actually called "Low Calorie Pastiere." Recipe from a Boston, Massachusetts community cookbook entitled "The North End Union Italian Cookbook."

Provided by the_cookie_lady

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 eggs
1 lb cottage cheese
1 cup grated romano cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
4 cups cooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325*.
  • In large bowl, beat eggs well. Mix in cheeses and parsley well. Stir in macaroni.
  • Pour mixture into a generously greased 8" x 12" pyrex baking dish. Bake for 1 hour or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool at least 5 minutes before serving to allow cheese sauce to thicken slightly. May need to be seasoned with pepper just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.9, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 176.3, Sodium 781.7, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3, Protein 30.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your baked cottage cheese dish.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the baked cottage cheese tough.
  • Bake the dish at the correct temperature and for the correct amount of time. This will help to ensure that the dish is cooked through and has the desired texture.
  • Let the dish cool slightly before serving. This will help to prevent the dish from falling apart.
  • Serve the dish with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include fruits, nuts, whipped cream, and syrup.

Conclusion:

Baked cottage cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a good source of protein, calcium, and other nutrients. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a baked cottage cheese dish that everyone will enjoy.

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