Description
A cozy, high-protein pizza bowl made with cottage cheese, pizza sauce, and your favorite toppings, ready in no time for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups Cottage cheese (2% or 4%, low fat works too)
- 1 cup Pizza sauce or marinara (Use your favorite jarred sauce or homemade if available.)
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella (Part-skim is fine.)
Toppings (optional)
- 1/2 cup Pepperoni (or turkey pepperoni) (Totally optional, but it brings a classic taste.)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Or a mix of oregano and basil.)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (A little goes a long way.)
- to taste Salt and black pepper (For seasoning.)
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese (Just a sprinkle on top is delicious.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (or 350-375°F for air fryer).
- In an oven-safe bowl or small baking dish, mix together cottage cheese, pizza sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add any desired toppings (like cooked sausage or chopped veggies) underneath the cheese. Sauté watery veggies before adding.
- Top with shredded mozzarella, parmesan, and pepperoni slices.
Baking
- Bake for about 12 to 18 minutes until bubbly. For a browned top, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end, but watch closely.
- Allow the bowl to rest for 2 minutes before serving to thicken and enhance flavors.
Notes
This recipe allows for customization with various toppings. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American