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cottage cheese pasta bake

Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake

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This cottage cheese pasta bake is cozy, cheesy, and kid-friendly. A lighter take on comfort food that’s simple to make and easy to customize.
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 250 g dried pasta (bowtie, penne, shells, or long pasta like spaghetti)
  • 1 egg
  • 350 g cottage cheese
  • ½ cup milk, cream, or a mix of both
  • 70 g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 70 g shredded melty cheese for topping (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Line or lightly grease a 20×30 cm (8×12 inch) baking dish.
  • Cook the pasta in well-salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain but do not rinse.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cottage cheese, egg, milk or cream, feta, Parmesan (if using), and salt.
  • Add the hot pasta to the bowl and stir until everything is well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  • Top with the shredded melty cheese.
  • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
    cottage cheese pasta bake
Course Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food, Kid-Friendly
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101kcal