Cheesy Pesto One-Pan Pasta
Cheesy Pesto One-Pan Pasta
No time for dinner? This quick and easy, this Cheesy Pesto One-Pan Pasta is ready in only 15 minutes and is a cinch to clean up. Made with a handful of fresh ingredients and dried pasta, this dinner comes together in mere minutes using only a blender and one pot. Just blend up the sauce, add to the hot pasta, toss, and serve.
The bite-sized pasta marries with the aromatic, bright, and herby basil, and the salty, rich, creamy cottage cheese to form a savory, rich dinner quick enough for weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions. Light and satisfying, this pasta is easily customizable. Try adding vegetables and your favorite protein for a tasty twist.
Cheesy Pesto One-Pan Pasta Ingredients
- Water (2 ½ cups): To cook the pasta and thin the pesto sauce.
- Dry Bite-Sized Pasta (8 ounces): Found in most pantries, dried pasta is economical and great for saucy dishes. Any bite-sized pasta will work for this recipe.
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1/2 cup): A protein powerhouse, the cottage cheese adds a creamy and slightly salty taste to this easy sauce. It’s the main source of protein in the recipe.
- Minced Garlic (1 heaping teaspoon): One of the flavors of pesto, it adds a savory bite to the sauce.
- Fresh Basil Leaves (1 cup, packed): Fresh, herby, sweet, pungent, and slightly spicy, the basil combined with the cottage cheese is the base of the pesto sauce.
- Fresh Cracked Black Pepper (1/8 teaspoon): Fruity and earthy, this classic spice adds a pinch of warm heat to the sauce.
- Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (1/3 cup): Adds a richness to the sauce with hints of spicy, pungent, peppery flavor.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Gluten-free pasta may be used in place of wheat pasta.
- Crushed red pepper flakes may be added for a punch of heat.
- A sprinkle of parmesan cheese may be added for a richer flavor and a classic finishing touch.
- Try adding your favorite toppers for a heartier meal, such as cooked protein such as chicken or shrimp, and/or add fresh veggies such as asparagus or tomatoes.
- Great for leftovers! To reheat, add a few drops of water to help revive the sauce. Cover and microwave in short intervals, stirring between intervals, until warm (about 1-2 minutes).
How To Make Cheesy Pesto One-Pan Pasta
- Add water to a medium saucepot, cover, and bring to a boil. Add pasta, stir, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook 12-15 minutes. Keep covered and stir occasionally.
- Place cottage cheese and garlic in food processor. Process 10 seconds. Add basil leaves and pepper. Process 1 minute. Add olive oil. Process a few seconds more until completely smooth.
- Add sauce to undrained, cooked pasta. Stir to coat evenly and serve.
Pasta with Cheesy Vodka Sauce
Pasta with Cheesy Vodka Sauce
Family-friendly and affordable, this Pasta with Cheesy Vodka Sauce is made with only 6 ingredient staples and comes together in 20 minutes. It is perfect for busy weeknights when you cannot figure out what to make for dinner. Pasta is the ultimate comforting food, making it an easy, delicious choice after a long day.
This nutritious pasta will fill you up without adding inches to your waistline. Using cottage cheese as the creamy element of the sauce, it is lighter in fat and calories than traditional creamy vodka sauce.
Incredibly versatile, this pasta can be paired with any cooked protein or vegetables. The variations are endlessly delicious.
Pasta with Cheesy Vodka Sauce Ingredients
- Chicken Stock (2 ½ cups): Enhances the flavor of the pasta and adds another layer of flavor.
- Dry Penne (8 ounces): Found in most pantries, dried pasta is economical and great for saucy dishes. While penne are traditional, any bite-sized pasta will work for this recipe.
- Jarred Tomato Vodka Pasta Sauce (2/3 cup): A convenient time-saver, jarred sauce comes in a variety of flavors and is perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1/2 cup): A protein powerhouse, cottage cheese adds a creamy and slightly salty taste to the easy sauce. It contains a type of protein called casein protein, which absorbs slowly into the body, helping you stay full longer.
- Melted Butter (2 tablespoons):Adds richness and helps accentuate the other flavors of the sauce.
- Salt and Pepper (to taste): The classic combination of seasonings, they enhance the flavor of savory dishes.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Other bite-sized dried pasta may be used in place of penne, including gluten-free pasta.
- Crushed red pepper flakes may be added for a punch of heat.
- A sprinkle of freshly shredded parmesan cheese may be added for a richer flavor and a classic finishing touch.
- Try topping with some fresh herbs, such as basil for a burst of freshness.
- Try adding your favorite protein for a heartier meal, such as grilled chicken, ground beef, or Italian sausage.
- Add some veggies. Throw in any pre-cooked veggies that you like.
- Great for leftovers! To reheat, add a few drops of water to help revive the sauce. Cover and microwave in short intervals, stirring between intervals, until warm (about 1-2 minutes).
How to Make Pasta with Cheesy Vodka Sauce
- Add stock to medium saucepot and bring to a boil.
- Add pasta, stir, and cover. Reduce to a simmer and cook 12-15 minutes. Keep covered and stir occasionally.
- Place tomato vodka pasta sauce, cottage cheese, and melted butter in high-speed blender. Blend until smooth (about 2 minutes).
- Remove pasta from heat. Do not drain. Pour sauce over pasta and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to thicken before serving.
Light Cannoli Dip
Light Cannoli Dip
Fans of cannoli will love this light treat. This Light Cannoli Dip is easy to make and is fluffy and delicious. It comes together in only 5 minutes with only 5 pantry ingredients. Made with Daisy Cottage Cheese as the base, it has less than half the calories, fat, and carbs of most cannoli dips.
It pairs well with your favorite fresh fruit, waffle cones, graham crackers, and cookies. It is perfect for any occasion from parties to holidays to after-school snacks.
Mix it up! The dip is easily customizable. You can mix-up the flavor profile by using other zests and extracts and nuts like pistachios. You can also add cinnamon and cranberries for the holidays. For a slightly tangier dip, you can add a tablespoon of Daisy Sour Cream. This Light Cannoli Dip is easily doubled and can be made ahead of time.
Light Cannoli Dip Ingredients
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (3/4 cup): Provides the creamy base of the dip and allows the dip to be lighter than traditional cannoli dip.
- Powdered Sugar (1 tablespoon): Adds a tiny bit of sweetness to the dip.
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon): Enhances the flavor of the other ingredients.
- Fresh Orange Zest (1 teaspoon): Highly flavorful, it adds a burst of citrusy goodness to the dip without adding liquid to the dip.
- Mini Chocolate Chips (2 teaspoons): Brings a touch of chocolaty sweetness and texture to the dip.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Lime zest or lemon zest may be substituted for orange for a similar citrusy flavor.
- Almond extract may be used in place of vanilla extract.
- A dash of cinnamon and nutmeg may be added for a holiday twist.
- Chopped nuts, seeds, or chopped dried fruit may be added in place of the chocolate chips.
- Chocolate cannoli dip? Yes, please! To make the dip chocolate flavored, add ½ teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder. Or for chocolate hazelnut twist, add a teaspoon of chocolate hazelnut spread.
- White chocolate or butterscotch chips may be used in place of chocolate chips…just make sure you grab the mini version.
- Finely chopped chocolate bar may be used in place of the chocolate
- For a tangy twist, try adding a tablespoon of Daisy Sour Cream.
- This dip can be made ahead of time, or even the day before, and is easily doubled or tripled.
- Light cannoli dip may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
How to Make Light Cannoli Dip
- Process cottage cheese in food processor or blender until completely smooth (about 1 minute). Transfer to bowl.
- Gently fold in the remaining ingredients. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with additional mini chocolate chips, if desired. Serve with your favorite dippers.
Honey Walnut Cottage Cheese Spread
Honey-Walnut Cottage Cheese Spread
Looking for a fall twist on bagel spreads? Try making your own with Daisy Cottage Cheese. Not only is it easily customizable, it is also two-thirds lower in fat than cream cheese. Making your own spread is a snap with only a few ingredients.
Easily customizable, you can pick your favorite flavors and add to the protein packed creamy goodness of the cottage cheese. The flavor combos are endless.
Honey-Walnut Cottage Cheese Spread Ingredients
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1 cup): The cottage cheese provides the protein-packed base of the spread.
- Honey (1 tablespoon): Adds a tiny bit of sweetness.
- Light Brown Sugar (1 tablespoon): Adds a tiny bit of sweetness with a slight caramel flavor.
- Cinnamon (1/4 teaspoon): Rich and warm, this spice tastes like fall. It adds flavor to the spread.
- Chopped Walnuts (3 tablespoons): Adds flavor and texture to the spread.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Try adding other additions such as a dash of nutmeg or ginger.
- Agave, corn syrup, or artificial sweetener may be used in place of honey.
- Dark brown sugar may be used in place of light brown sugar.
- Pecans or other nuts may be used in place of walnuts.
- While perfect for spreading on bagels, toast, or crackers, you can also enjoy it as a fruit or cookie dip.
How to Make Honey-Walnut Cottage Cheese Spread
- Process cottage cheese, honey, brown sugar, and cinnamon in food processor until smooth (about 1 minute).
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Fold in walnuts. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with additional honey, cinnamon, and walnuts, if desired. Enjoy on bagels, toast, or crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
Chocolate chip cookies without baking! These delicious treats combine the sweet, indulgent taste of cookie dough with the convenience of a quick grab-and-go snack. Perfect for after-school or any-time treats, these cookie dough balls are fun to make for kids and adults alike. Easily customizable, you can add your favorite mix-ins like nuts, dried fruits, coconut, or raisins.
These sweet treats get a protein boost from the creamy Daisy Cottage Cheese. The cottage cheese adds moisture and texture to the dough. It keeps the rich taste and is much lower in fat than butter or cream cheese.
Made with only a few simple ingredients, these chocolate chip cookie dough balls have 33% less calories and triple the protein than a slice of traditional chocolate chip cookie dough. Plus, they have less carbs! Made with a few simple, high-quality ingredients, you can whip up these treats in 5 minutes.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ball Ingredients
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1/2 cup): Enhances the texture, flavor, and nutritional profile of the cookie dough balls.
- Maple Syrup (1 1/2 tablespoons): With a rich, complex flavor like caramel, it adds a natural sweetness to the cookie dough.
- Vanilla Extract (1/2 teaspoon): Enhances the flavor of desserts.
- Almond Flour (3/4 cup): Gluten-free, low-carb, nutrient-dense, with a sweet, nutty flavor, it adds a tender crumb to the cookie dough balls.
- Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips (1/4 cup): A terrific way to add the chocolaty flavor you love without adding extra sugar.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Honey, agave, corn syrup or molasses may be used in place of maple syrup, with slightly different flavor profiles.
- All-purpose flour, coconut flour or oat flour may be used in place of almond flour.
- Regular chocolate chips may be used in place of sugar-free chips.
- Other mix-ins may be used in place of chocolate chips, such as nut, coconut, or dried fruit.
- You can add a teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder for more chocolaty goodness.
How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
- Add cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla to food processor. Process 1 minute or until completely smooth. Pour into bowl.
- Stir in almond flour until evenly combined. Fold in chocolate chips. Roll into 6 individual balls.
- Refrigerate and chill for 30 minutes for best taste or eat immediately.
Cheesy Fettucine Alfredo
Cheesy Fettucine Alfredo
This Cheesy Fettuccine Alfredo is perfect for those nights when you are craving a rich and creamy pasta but without the guilt. Traditional fettuccine alfredo is high in calories, fat, and cholesterol due to the butter and heavy cream. Using cottage cheese as the base of the alfredo lightens up the dish significantly without sacrificing the creaminess, with 32% less calories, 64% less fat and 59% less cholesterol than traditional fettuccine alfredo. The cottage cheese also makes the recipe more filling due to the added protein.
This quick and easy pasta is easily customizable. On the table in less than 30 minutes, making this a perfect weeknight dinner. Adding veggies, grilled chicken, or other proteins will make it even heartier, eliminating the need for sides.
Cheesy Fettucine Alfredo Ingredients
- Dry Fettuccine (8 ounces): Found in most pantries, dried pasta is economical and great for saucy dishes.
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1/2 cup): A protein powerhouse, the cottage cheese adds a creamy and slightly salty taste to the easy pasta sauce. It contains a type of protein called casein protein, which absorbs slowly into the body, helping you stay full longer. It replaces the heavy cream and butter in traditional alfredo, making the recipe lower in calories, fat, and cholesterol.
- Milk (1 cup): Full fat milk will make a creamier base for the sauce, but low-fat or skim milk will also work in this recipe. Feel free to use whatever you have on hand. The milk adds richness to the sauce and helps thin it out.
- Cornstarch (1 tablespoon): It thickens the sauce and helps make it smooth and silky.
- Minced Garlic (1/2 teaspoon): Adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
- Parmesan Cheese (1/2 cup, freshly grated): Adds rich flavor and makes the sauce thick and creamy.
- Freshly Cracked Black Pepper (1/8 teaspoon): Adds a fresh, bright flavor to the sauce.
- Melted Butter (1 tablespoon): Helps accentuate the flavors of the cheese and seasoning.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Other dried pasta may be used in place of the fettuccine, including gluten-free pasta.
- Coconut milk, soy, or almond milk may be used in place of regular milk, giving the sauce a tasty twist.
- Crushed red pepper flakes may be added for a punch of heat.
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese is best as it contains no additives and melts better than pre-grated cheese that often contains non-clumping agents and additives.
- Try adding your favorite protein for a heartier meal, such as grilled chicken, ground beef, or Italian sausage.
- Add some veggies. Throw in any pre-cooked veggies that you like.
- Try topping with some fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, or parsley for a burst of freshness.
How to Make Cheesy Fettucine Alfredo
- Cook pasta according to package directions for the shortest time noted.
- Combine the remaining ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Heat sauce over medium-low heat for 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add drained pasta to sauce. Remove from heat and let pasta stand for 2 minutes before serving.
Creamy Mushroom One-Pan Pasta
Creamy Mushroom One-Pan Pasta
Quick and easy, this Creamy Mushroom One-Pan Pasta is not only delicious, it’s also ready in less than 30 minutes and is a cinch to clean up since it’s made in one pot, allowing the ingredients to marry into a rich, bold flavor.
Pasta is a weeknight go-to comfort food. When combined with the warmth and earthiness of mushrooms, it becomes a recipe that’s cozy, rich, creamy, and indulgent. The mushrooms add a deep and savory flavor with a meaty texture. The pasta adds a slightly chewy, tender bite, while the cottage cheese adds a creamy richness and boost of protein.
Creamy Mushroom Pasta Ingredients
- Butter (2 tablespoons): Adds richness and flavor to the garlic and mushrooms.
- Minced Garlic (4 teaspoons): Pairs perfectly with the mushrooms, it adds depth of flavor to the pasta.
- Baby Portabella Mushrooms (8 ounces, sliced): More savory than white button mushrooms with a deeper, earthier flavor, which becomes pronounced when sautéed in the butter and garlic.
- Salt and Pepper (to taste): The classic combination of seasonings, they enhance the flavor of savory dishes.
- Dry Fettuccine (8 ounces): Found in most pantries, dried pasta is economical and great for saucy dishes. Any string-like pasta will work for this recipe.
- Vegetable Stock (3 ½ cups): Enhances the flavor of the pasta and adds another layer of flavor.
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1 cup, blended): A protein powerhouse, the cottage cheese adds a creamy and slightly salty taste to the easy sauce. It contains a type of protein called casein protein, which absorbs slowly into the body, helping you stay full longer.
- Parmesan Cheese (1 teaspoon, finely shredded): Adds rich fishing touch to the pasta.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Gluten-free pasta may be used in place of penne.
- Crushed red pepper flakes may be added for a punch of heat.
- Additional parmesan cheese may be added for a richer flavor and a classic finishing touch.
- Try topping with some fresh herbs, such as thyme or parsley for a burst of freshness.
- Try adding your favorite protein for a heartier meal, such as grilled chicken, ground beef, or Italian sausage.
- Add some veggies. Throw in any pre-cooked veggies that you like.
- Great for leftovers! To reheat, add a few drops of water to help revive the sauce. Cover and microwave in short intervals, stirring between intervals, until warm (about 1-2 minutes).
How to Make Creamy Mushroom Pasta
- Add butter and garlic to deep pan. Sauté 1 minute over medium heat. Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Continue to sauté until mushrooms have softened, browned, and moisture has evaporated.
- Add dry fettuccini and broth. Stir to combine and cover. Turn heat up to medium-high and allow broth to boil. Stir pasta, replace lid, and turn heat down to medium-low. Simmer 12-14 minutes, stirring occasionally (there will be a little liquid left). Remove from heat.
- Add blended cottage cheese and stir to combine. Add parmesan and stir until melted.
Easy Avocado Toast
Easy Avocado Toast
This Avocado Toast is filled with healthy fats, protein, and is big on flavor. With the classic avocado, tomato, and cottage cheese pairing and under 300 calories, it makes the perfect quick and easy breakfast, snack, or lunch. The toast comes together in under 5 minutes with a handful of fresh ingredients.
Avocado Toast Ingredients
- Hearty Whole Wheat Bread (2 slices): The best bread for this recipe is a thickly sliced hearty bread with a tight crumb to hold the toppings.
- Avocado (1 ripe, mashed): Available year-round with a nutty flavor and buttery texture. Any variety of avocado will work in this recipe.
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1/2 cup): The cottage cheese is creamy and slightly salty, adding cheesy goodness with a boost of protein in every bite. It is low in sugar, big on taste, and combines perfectly with the avocado as the creamy element that compliments the crustiness of the toast.
- Grape Tomatoes (8, halved): Oblong bite-sized tomatoes with the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. They are tender, juicy, and meaty.
- Sunflower Seeds (2 teaspoons): Sunflowers are rich in healthy fats, as well as vitamins and minerals. They have a mild, nutty flavor, and add a nice crunch to the toast. Unsalted sunflower seeds work best in this recipe.
- Kosher Salt (pinch): A large-grain salt that is less refined than table salt and contains no additives. It’s perfect for sprinkling.
- Fresh Cracked Pepper (pinch): Floral and spicy, fresh ground pepper adds just the right amount of zip to the toast.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Any hearty thick-slice bread with a fine crumb will work well for the toast.
- Avocados are ripe when they have a slightly firm (not hard) feeling when pressed. They should not be too soft or mushy. The color of the avocado also slightly darkens as it ripens. Between the feel and color, you can easily tell if the avocado is ready to eat.
- To half the avocado, run a knife in the avocado until you hit the pit and then run it around the parameter, so you have two equal halves. Slightly twist the two halves and they should easily separate. Then remove the pit, slightly press your knife into it. The pit will give and pull out when you pull the knife back.
- Premade guacamole, which can be found in your produce section, is a great shortcut for freshly mashed avocado.
- Cherry tomatoes or sliced tomatoes may be used in place of grape tomatoes.
- Either toasted or raw sunflower seeds work well for this recipe.
- Pine nuts or other seeds may be used in place of the sunflower seeds.
- Table salt and ground black pepper may be used in place of Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.
- If you like your food a little spicier, drizzle with hot sauce.
How To Make Avocado Toast
- Toast bread.
- Layer with cottage cheese, mashed avocado, and tomatoes.
- Sprinkle with sunflower seeds, salt, and pepper.
Cottage Cheese Lasagna
Easy Cottage Cheese Lasagna
The ultimate chilly weather comfort food, Easy Cottage Cheese Lasagna is hearty, filling, and easy to make. Warm and comforting, luscious and flavorful, this lasagna is sure to become a favorite recipe. Easy Cheesy Lasagna is made a tad lighter with the addition of cottage cheese, which adds a creamy and slightly salty taste to the lasagna.
Perfect for family gatherings or entertaining friends, Easy Cheesy lasagna is easily halved for smaller groups or doubled for larger ones. Perfect for welcoming new babies or visiting sick friends, you’ll not only enjoy it yourself, but will want to share. It’s a snap to prep early and bake later. It also freezes well before or after baking.
Bursting with fresh flavor and cheesy deliciousness, this Easy Cheesy Lasagna is sure to become one of your favorite recipes. Layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese baked until hot and bubbly, it’s the perfect recipe for those chilly winter nights snuggled up by the fire. It’s perfect for parties as it can be prepared with little fuss early in the day and then baked while you visit with your guests. Be sure to try it for your next get-together.
Lasagna Ingredients
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (2 1/2 cups): The cottage cheese is creamy and slightly salty, adding cheesy goodness to this lasagna. Cottage cheese has 70% fewer calories than ricotta and 150% less fat! Plus, cottage cheese adds a boost of protein to the dish.
- Lean Ground Beef (1 pound): Look for beef that has less than 8% fat for the leanest option. The beef adds flavor to the lasagna and a boost of iron.
- Jarred Marinara Sauce (2, 24-25 ounce jars): Quick, easy, and flavorful, look for sauces that are bright red and contain tomatoes, garlic, herbs, onion, and olive oil. Feel free to use a low-sodium version if desired.
- Eggs (2, beaten): Acts as a binder for the cheese, it keeps the cheese from oozing out and becoming runny.
- Parmesan Cheese (1/2 cup, grated): Best when freshly grated. It is an aged, strong flavored, hard, nutty cheese.
- Dried Basil (1 1/2 teaspoons): Intense floral flavor, dried basil is best for dishes that cook for a long time. It adds the classic flavor for which Italian food is known.
- Garlic Powder (1 teaspoon): Concentrated garlic flavor is great for dishes with long cooking time.
- Onion Powder (1 teaspoon): Provides easy, concentrated onion flavor without the mess of chopping. It’s ideal for dishes with a long cooking time.
- Mozzarella Cheese (3 1/2 cups, shredded): Milky, creamy, and grassy in flavor, it’s the perfect melting cheese. The richness compliments the tomato sauce, lending the classic Italian flavor.
- No-boil Lasagna Noodles (12): Convenient in time and prep, no-boil noodles are the perfect shortcut. Plus, the consistency is perfect for lasagna. Typically, thinner than traditional noodles, no-boil noodles soak up the sauce and cook while baking without becoming soggy.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Ground pork, sweet or Italian sausage, or cooked lentils may be used in place of part of all the ground beef.
- 6 cups of homemade sauce may be used in place of jarred.
- Romano or Asiago may be used in place of Parmesan.
- Provolone may be substituted for some or all the mozzarella cheese.
- Par-boiled lasagna noodles may be used in place of no-boil noodles. Don’t over boil as the noodles will continue to cook in the oven. Gluten-free noodles may also be used.
- Add some veggies such as fresh or frozen and drained spinach, sautéed mushrooms, shredded zucchini, finely diced carrots, sliced and drained eggplant, sauteed onions and green peppers.
- Use 2 8×8-inch pans instead of a 9×13-inch pan. You can have one now and freeze one for later or to share one with friends. The recipe can also easily be doubled if you’re feeding a crowd.
- To freeze fully prepared uncooked lasagna, wrap pan tightly in plastic wrap, and then wrap on aluminum foil. Thaw in the refrigerator for several hours before baking.
To freeze cooked lasagna, cool completely, cut into squares and wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap, and then wrap on aluminum foil. Thaw in the refrigerator for several hours before reheating. To reheat lasagna, remove original wrapping and place in a covered baking dish. Our preferred method of reheating is the oven. Heat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through (about 25-30 minutes). Or, if time is short, microwave on medium heat until hot in 30 second intervals.
How To Make Cottage Cheese Lasagna
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Drain the cottage cheese in a fine mesh strainer.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink.
- Add the jarred marinara sauce and set aside.
- In a medium bowl mix the beaten eggs, drained cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, and 1 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.
- Starting with the sauce, layer the sauce, noodles, and cheese mixture in a 9×13-inch baking dish (noodles will not completely cover sauce – they swell as they cook). Repeat the layers twice.
- Slightly press the noodles down into the sauce and then top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake 40-45 minutes or until brown and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna stand for 15 minutes before serving to aid in slicing.
No Bake Strawberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
No Bake Strawberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
These rich and creamy No Bake Cheesecake Jars with Strawberries are so delicious you’ll crave them again and again. With cottage cheese replacing the heavier cream cheese in traditional cheesecake, these are not only lighter and fluffier, but they are also significantly lower in calories, fat, and carbs than traditional cheesecake. Now you can enjoy a delicious, decadent dessert without the guilt.
Quick and easy to make, these cheesecakes are perfect for date night, impressing your guests during the holidays, or as a simple weeknight snack.
Made with only a handful of ingredients, this dessert packs creamy deliciousness in every bite. These cheesecakes have 50% less calories and 60% less fat than a slice of traditional cheesecake that is made with cream cheese. Made with a few simple, high-quality ingredients, you can whip up these desserts in under 5 minutes.
No Bake Cheesecake Jars with Strawberries Ingredients
- Sugar (1 teaspoon): Adds a touch of sweetness to the strawberries.
- Strawberries (4): Look for bright red berries with bright green caps that smell fragrant. Naturally full of vitamins, including Vitamin C and nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants. They are also an excellent source of magnesium.
- Graham Crackers (6 tablespoons): Adds a light, sweet, crunchy texture that you know and love from classic cheesecake.
- Salted Butter (2 tablespoons, melted): Adds a bit of flavor and holds the graham crackers together.
- White Chocolate (2/3 cup): Good quality white chocolate provides a sweet, buttery, slightly milky flavor to the cheesecakes.
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (1 1/4 cup): The secret ingredient in these delicious cheesecakes. It lightens the cheesecakes and adds a silky, creamy texture that you love in cheesecake.
- Vanilla Extract (1/2 teaspoon): Enhances the flavor of desserts.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Feel free to use other fresh fruit toppings or swap the fresh fruit and sugar for your favorite jam (i.e., cherry).
- Animal Crackers, chocolate wafers, or gluten-free graham crackers may be used in place of traditional graham crackers.
- An immersion blender may be used in place of the food processor to create the creamy, light, fluffy cheesecake filling.
- Microwave white chocolate chips in short time increments to avoid scorching.
- Semisweet chocolate may be used in place of white chocolate, with chocolate wafers in place of graham crackers for the classic chocolate strawberry combination.
How to make No Bake Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberries Jars
- Gently stir together diced strawberries and sugar. Set aside.
- Mix graham crackers with melted butter. Set aside.
- Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave safe container. Microwave at 30 second intervals until just melted (about 1 ½ minutes).
- Pour blended cottage cheese and vanilla mixture into a medium mixing bowl then use a rubber spatula to gently fold-in melted white baking chips.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the graham mixture into the bottom of a mason jar, scoop ½ cup of cheesecake filling on top and smooth with the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle 1 more tablespoon of the graham mixture on top.
- Garnish with the strawberries.
- Repeat with remaining jars. Chill for 2 hours in refrigerator before serving.