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Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake

Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake is a delicious and easy dish that combines pasta with cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and cheeses for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Dairy Ingredients
  • 2 cups Pasta Any shape preferred, like penne, rotini, or shells.
  • 2 cups Cottage cheese Can be substituted with ricotta cheese for a creamier texture.
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce Store-bought marinara sauce is acceptable.
Toppings and Seasonings
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded mozzarella for topping.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated Parmesan for topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground black pepper.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs Dried or fresh herbs like basil, oregano, or thyme.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and seasonings.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  5. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and enjoy!
  2. Optionally, add a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top, such as basil or parsley.

Notes

Store leftover Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.