High Protein Cottage Cheese Baked Ziti
A delicious and nourishing baked ziti dish that combines high-protein cottage cheese with comforting pasta and rich marinara sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Ziti Pasta
- 2 cups Cottage Cheese
- 3 cups Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ziti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, half of the mozzarella, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in an oven-safe baking dish. Add half of the cooked ziti, then half of the cottage cheese mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing with marinara sauce on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven, let it rest for about 10 minutes, then serve.
Notes
Great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Can be frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: baked ziti, high protein, cottage cheese, family-friendly, Italian dish