Cottage Cheese Creations
Explore a variety of healthy and delicious recipes using cottage cheese, perfect for every meal of the day, from breakfast to dessert.
Ingredients
For Breakfast
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese Use 2% low-fat for richness
- 1 tbsp honey For smoothies, adjust to taste
- 1 cup mixed berries Frozen or fresh
- 2 eggs for savory omelette
- 1/2 cup spinach Fresh, adds nutrition to the omelette
For Snacks
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese Base for dips
- 1 tbsp chopped jalapeños For spice in dip
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes Adjust for heat
For Lunch
- 4 medium bell peppers Halved for stuffing
- 1 cup cottage cheese Filling for stuffed peppers
- 1/2 cup spinach Optional, for nutrition
For Dinner
- 8 oz dry pasta For pasta bake
- 10 oz lean protein (ground beef, turkey, or chicken) Cooked before layering
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese For topping
For Desserts
- 1 1/4 cup full-fat cottage cheese For cheesecake base
- 1/3 cup raw honey Sweetener for cheesecake
- 3 tbsp cornstarch For thickening
Instructions
Breakfast Preparation
- Blend cottage cheese with mixed berries and honey for a smoothie.
- Whisk eggs and combine with cottage cheese, spinach, and herbs for an omelette.
Snack Preparation
- Mix low-fat cottage cheese with chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, and chili flakes for a spicy dip.
Lunch Preparation
- Slice bell peppers in half, remove seeds, and fill with cottage cheese and spinach mixture.
- Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until tender.
Dinner Preparation
- Mix cooked pasta with cottage cheese, lean protein, and mozzarella.
- Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Dessert Preparation
- Blend full-fat cottage cheese with honey and cornstarch, then pour into a pie crust.
- Bake according to cheesecake recipe instructions.
Notes
Experiment with different fruits, vegetables, and spices to customize these recipes to your taste. Cottage cheese can easily be swapped with other ingredients while maintaining nutrition.