Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked ground beef or chicken
- 1/3 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free if needed)
- 1/4 cup turkey pepperoni slices
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a small pie dish or baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stir in the cooked ground beef or chicken and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it out evenly.
- Spoon the marinara sauce over the top, spreading it gently.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and arrange the turkey pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pie is set and bubbly.
- Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing into wedges.
Notes
- Use sugar-free marinara sauce to keep the carb count low.
- You can swap ground beef or chicken with Italian sausage or keep it meat-free.
- Make sure your meat is fully cooked before adding it to the mixture.
- Do not skip the resting time. It helps the pie hold its shape when sliced.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F for best texture. Avoid microwaving if you want it to stay firm.
- You can add other toppings like sliced olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg