Best 3 Cottage Cheese Stuffed Papaya Recipes

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**Indulge in a Tropical Delight: Cottage Cheese Stuffed Papaya - A Medley of Sweet and Savory Flavors**

Embark on a culinary journey to the tropics with this tantalizing dish of cottage cheese stuffed papaya. This unique and flavorful recipe combines the sweet, juicy flesh of papaya with a creamy, tangy cottage cheese filling, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. As you dive into this delectable dish, you'll discover a symphony of textures, from the velvety papaya to the smooth cottage cheese, complemented by a medley of spices and herbs. This tropical treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, with its vibrant orange papaya skin and the white cottage cheese peeking through. Whether served as an appetizer, main course, or dessert, this cottage cheese stuffed papaya is sure to impress your palate and transport you to a tropical paradise. Explore the detailed recipe inside to recreate this culinary masterpiece in your own kitchen and indulge in a taste of paradise.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

COTTAGE CHEESE-STUFFED MINI PEPPERS



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Make the most out of your end-of-summer produce with these Cottage Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers! Colorful mini sweet peppers get stuffed with a mixture of cheese, fresh basil and more in this delicious recipe for Cottage Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings, 4 stuffed pepper halves each

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 assorted mini sweet peppers (orange, red, yellow), halved lengthwise and seeded
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S Cottage Cheese
1/4 cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
2 tsp. KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend

Steps:

  • Heat broiler.
  • Place peppers, cut sides up, on baking sheet.
  • Mix all remaining ingredients except shredded cheese until blended; spoon into pepper shells.
  • Top with shredded cheese.
  • Broil, 4 inches from heat, 2 to 4 min. or until cheese is hot and bubbly, and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 135 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.6647 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

COTTAGE CHEESE-STUFFED PAPAYA



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Use Hawaiian baby papayas for this easy snack -- they're smaller and creamier than the Mexican kind.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ripe Hawaiian baby papaya
Cottage cheese
Ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Halve and seed papaya. Add a scoop of cottage cheese on top, and sprinkle with cinnamon.

STUFFED SHELLS I



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Jumbo macaroni shells stuffed with cheese mixture, covered with sauce, and baked.

Provided by SALLYJUN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells
4 cups large curd cottage cheese
12 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 pinch garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook shells according to package directions. Place in cold water to stop cooking. Drain.
  • Mix together cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, eggs, and garlic powder. Rub the dried herbs in the palms of your hands to pulverize them, and stir into the cheese mixture. Stuff mixture into the shells.
  • Spread 1/3 of spaghetti sauce in the bottom of a 15 x 10 inch pan. Place shells open side up, and close together in pan. Spread remaining sauce over top, and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 97.9 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1197.5 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe papayas with a deep orange color for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use fresh, full-fat cottage cheese for a creamy and satisfying filling.
  • Add chopped nuts, fruits, or spices to the cottage cheese filling for a personalized flavor profile.
  • Bake the stuffed papayas at a moderate temperature to prevent them from becoming too soft or mushy.
  • Serve the stuffed papayas warm or chilled, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

Cottage cheese-stuffed papaya is a delicious, nutritious, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a breakfast, lunch, or snack. With its sweet and tangy flavor, creamy filling, and tropical flair, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal or a unique and exotic treat, cottage cheese-stuffed papaya is a perfect choice.

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