Best 5 Cottage Cheese Bake Recipes

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Calling all cottage cheese enthusiasts! Indulge in a culinary journey with our curated collection of delectable cottage cheese bake recipes. From savory to sweet, each dish is a testament to the versatility of this creamy ingredient. Embark on a taste adventure and discover hidden gems like the classic Cottage Cheese Bake, where cottage cheese blends seamlessly with eggs, sour cream, and a touch of herbs, resulting in a comforting casserole. Experience a taste of the Mediterranean with the Greek Cottage Cheese Bake, featuring layers of flavorful spinach, feta, and phyllo dough. Craving something unique? Try the Cottage Cheese and Corn Casserole, a vibrant combination of sweet corn, bell peppers, and a hint of spice. And for a sweet treat, the Cottage Cheese Coffee Cake will tantalize your taste buds with its tender crumb and irresistible streusel topping. Get ready to elevate your culinary skills and explore the endless possibilities of cottage cheese.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COTTAGE CHEESE BAKE



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Yummy high-protein and low-fat recipe. You can use low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese.

Provided by Mandie

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix cottage cheese, spinach, eggs, and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl; pour into an 8-inch square baking dish and smooth into an even layer.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is bubbling along the edges, 20 to 30 minutes. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 466.2 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

COTTAGE CHEESE POTATO BAKE



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Enjoy this cheesy potato casserole that's baked to perfection! A great side dish that's ready in 55 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups diced peeled potatoes (about 1 3/4 pounds)
2/3 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Dash of pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (2 ounces)
1/4 cup purchased corn flake crumbs
1 teaspoon margarine or butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes or until tender; drain thoroughly. Place potatoes in ungreased square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches.
  • Place cottage cheese, sour cream, flour, salt, garlic powder and pepper in food processor or blender. Cover and process until smooth. Add cottage cheese mixture, onion and cheese to potatoes; stir in gently.
  • Mix corn flake crumbs and margarine in small bowl; sprinkle over potatoes.
  • Bake uncovered 18 to 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

COTTAGE CHEESE DELIGHT BREAKFAST BAKE



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This recipe comes from the Babbling Brook Inn in Santa Cruz, CA. I got the recipe from Mastercook. This is a great breakfast with homemade rolls or bread on the side. One of our family favorites.

Provided by MTDavids

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 ounces hot monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
2/3 cup milk
2/3 cup flour
2/3 pint cottage cheese
4 large eggs
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 9" X 9" baking dish and place cheese in the bottom.
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, flour, cottage cheese, and melted butter.
  • Pour mixture over cheese in baking dish and.
  • sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes, until eggs are done.

AMAZING NO-BAKE COTTAGE CHEESE CHEESECAKE



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A creamy, mousse-like cake with delicate cheesecake flavor. This is a perfect light dessert and you would no one would ever guess there's cottage cheese in it. Incredibly light, versatile, cheap and easy, this will not disappoint. All you need is a blender.

Provided by lilsweetie

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 5m

Yield 1 Cake, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 (85 g) package lemon Jell-O gelatin, any fruit flavor (not pudding mix)
1/4 cup boiling water
2 cups cottage cheese
1 (1 liter) container Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Make the crust by combining crumbs sugar and stirring in melted butter. Press into a 9" spring-form pan and refrigerate while you prepare filling.
  • In a blender or food processor, process cottage cheese until smooth. Stir in dissolved Jell-o powder and pulse to combine. Dump into a separate bowl and fold in Cool Whip streight from freezer, do not thaw. When evenly combined, pour over prepared crust and chill in refrigerator until set (3 hours).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 18.8, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 586.8, Carbohydrate 56.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 41.6, Protein 12.5

MAC AND CHEESE BAKE WITH BACON AND COTTAGE CHEESE



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Categories     Pasta     Bake     Casserole/Gratin

Yield 6 ea.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb. cooked elbow macaroni drained
3/4 lb. medium sliced cheddar or american cheese
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 medium chopped yellow onion
4 oz. crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
3 tbls. flour
1 4 oz. jar chopped pimentos
1 4 oz. can chopped mild chilies
3 tbls. Sambal Olek chili sauce
12 oz. small curd cottage cheese
3 tbls. salted butter

Steps:

  • Melt butter, saute onion till softened, add flour to make rue. Add milk 1/2 cup at a time while stirring and add sliced cheese slowly to make a rich thick cheese sauce. Fold in chilies, Sambal, pimentos, bacon, and cottage cheese, stirring gently till just mixed. Layer macaroni then sauce in a 9x13 baking dish and bake 45 minutes or until sauce is mostly absorbed. Cool to desired temperature, cut in squares and serve.

Tips:

  • For a creamier texture, use full-fat cottage cheese.
  • To add extra flavor, mix in some chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, dill, or parsley.
  • For a cheesy crust, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a skillet or even a muffin tin.
  • Serve the cottage cheese bake warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

The cottage cheese bake is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover cottage cheese. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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