Ingredients
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- 1 cup Cottage cheese, drained
- 2 Large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- ½ tsp Kosher salt
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup Marinara sauce
- ½ cup Additional shredded mozzarella cheese
- Toppings of choice, as desired
- Olive oil or chili flakes, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine the drained cottage cheese, eggs, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, kosher salt, and Italian seasoning in a mixing bowl. Beat until fairly smooth and sticky.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread the mixture into a roughly 10-inch (25 cm) circle about ¼-inch (6 mm) thick.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle with the additional cheese and any desired toppings.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 7-10 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Broil for about 1-2 minutes for a crispy finish, watching closely.
- Let the pizza rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
- Drizzle with olive oil or chili flakes if desired and serve.
Notes
Make sure to drain the cottage cheese well to avoid a soggy crust. Experiment with various cheeses for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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