Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese, 4% milkfat
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 slices turkey pepperoni
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions:

  1. Place 1 cup cottage cheese into your bowl and whisk vigorously for 20 seconds. Note: This smooths out the curds for a better mouthfeel.
  2. Stir in 1/4 tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp Italian seasoning directly into the cottage cheese. Note: This ensures every bite is seasoned, not just the top.
  3. Spread 2 tbsp low sodium marinara sauce carefully over the top of the cheese. Note: Don't mix it in yet; you want that distinct tomato layer.
  4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara.
  5. Place 8 slices turkey pepperoni on top of the mozzarella. Position them in a single layer so they crisp up.
  6. Sprinkle 1 pinch red pepper flakes over the pepperoni.
  7. Microwave on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds until the mozzarella is bubbly and the pepperoni edges curl.
  8. Sprinkle 1 tsp freshly grated parmesan cheese over the molten top.
  9. Wait 1 minute before eating. Note: This allows the proteins to set so it's not too runny.