Cottage Cheese Protein Pasta Bake
A delicious and wholesome dish packed with protein, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the lean ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the beef, stirring to combine.
- Combine cooked pasta, ground beef, cottage cheese, half of the shredded cheese, and marinara sauce in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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