Description
A delightful mix of creamy cottage cheese, mozzarella, and marinara sauce baked to perfection—a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the cooked pasta and the optional spinach to the cheesy mixture. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pair with a fresh side salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg