Zucchini Cottage Cheese Bake: A Comforting Family Favorite

Zucchini Cottage Cheese Bake is a simple, comforting dish blending savory marinara with creamy cottage cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

2 medium Zucchini Slice and pat dry to avoid excess water.
1 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with ricotta.
1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent.
2 cups Marinara Sauce Use homemade or store-bought.
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Sprinkle extra before baking.
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
to taste Salt & Black Pepper

Optional Add-ins

1 cup Spinach Add between layers.
1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Incorporate into cheese mixture.
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Top with parmesan before baking.

Equipment

baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and oil a baking dish.
In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the prepared baking dish.
Layer sliced zucchini over the marinara sauce.
Spoon cottage cheese mixture over zucchini and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella.
Sprinkle Italian seasoning on top and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 16gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Patting zucchini dry helps reduce moisture. Assemble layers in advance for optimal flavor.

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