Description
This Protein Packed Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake is a nutritious meal prep option that combines pasta with cottage cheese for a creamy, high-protein dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, marinara sauce, spinach, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for meal prep.
- You can customize it with your favorite vegetables.
- Leftovers can be reheated easily in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Protein Packed Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake, Meal Prep, Clean Protein