High Protein Cottage Cheese & Marinara Pasta Bake 🍝🧀

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This High Protein Cottage Cheese & Marinara Pasta Bake is a delightful and nutritious meal that’s packed with protein and flavor. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep!

Author: The Honey Buckle

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Total Time: 40-45 minutes

Nutrition Information (per serving - makes 6 servings): Calories: 680, Protein: 67g, Fat: 27g, Carbs: 48g

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds (908g) lean ground beef, seasoned with 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 300g (approximately 3 cups) chickpea pasta, dry

• 1/2-1 tbsp olive oil

• 4 tsp (8g) garlic, minced

• 5 cups (150g) baby spinach

• 2 cups (500g or 17 oz) cottage cheese, 2%MF

• 1.5 cups (375g) marinara (or other tomato sauce)

• 1/4 cup (28g) shredded mozzarella

• 1/4 cup (25g) parmesan cheese

  
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2. Cook the Pasta: Cook the chickpea pasta to al dente, according to package instructions. Drain when finished.

3. Prepare the Beef and Vegetables: Meanwhile, add 1/2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped onions to a large pan. Add the seasoned ground beef and cook until browned. Then add the baby spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.

4. Assemble the Bake: In a large baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, cooked onions, beef & spinach mixture, cottage cheese, and marinara sauce. Season generously with salt and pepper, then stir everything together until well-combined.

5. Add the Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the top, coating the pasta.

6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the top layer of cheese is melted and nicely browned.

7. Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, high-protein pasta bake!

I hope you enjoy preparing and savoring this High Protein Cottage Cheese & Marinara Pasta Bake! 🍲✨😊