This savory cottage cheese casserole is a nutritious and satisfying dish perfect for a cozy fall dinner. Packed with protein and flavor, it combines cottage cheese with vegetables and spices for a comforting meal.

The recipe is simple and ideal for busy weeknights, making it a great option for easy family dinners. It can be customized with your favorite vegetables or herbs to suit your taste.

Easy Cottage Cheese Casserole Recipe

This casserole features layers of cottage cheese, spinach, and herbs, baked until golden and bubbly. It takes about 45 minutes to prepare and cook, serving 6 people.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cottage cheese
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sautéed vegetables, diced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir in the beaten eggs until well combined.
4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added texture.
5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
6. Serve: Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm as a comforting main dish.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 6 servings
• Calories: 220kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 15g