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Fajita Cottage Bake

This Fajita Cottage Bake is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the flavors of fajitas with creamy cottage cheese and a crunchy topping, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup bell peppers sliced
  • 1 cup onion sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 cup tortilla chips crushed

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the sliced bell peppers and onion until they are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the fajita seasoning to the skillet and stir to combine, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with the cottage cheese until well mixed.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Transfer the cottage cheese and vegetable mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
  3. Top with crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For added flavor, consider serving with salsa or sour cream on the side.

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