Panko crusted Cottage Cheese is an easy and delectable way to enjoy cottage cheese! A perfect main course, side dish or appetizer – simply coat it in crunchy panko bread before baking until golden brown for an irresistibly tasty yet nutritious dish.

Ingredients

• 1 block (14 ounces) extra firm cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a shallow dish, combine the flour, panko bread crumbs, salt and pepper.
• In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the egg and milk.
• Cut the cottage cheese block into 1-inch cubes.
• Dip each cottage cheese cube in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture, and then back in the flour mixture.
• Place the cottage cheese cubes on the prepared baking sheet.
• Drizzle the cottage cheese cubes with olive oil.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cottage cheese cubes are golden brown and crispy.
• Serve immediately. 

Tips

These are our tips:

• Double dredge the cottage cheese cubes for a crispier coating and to make this recipe ahead of time.
• To assemble cottage cheese cubes according to directions, store in the refrigerator for 24 hours before returning them to room temperature and baking as directed.
• Serve panko-crusted cottage cheese with your preferred dipping sauces such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing or barbecue sauce for maximum enjoyment. 

Variations

Here are some variations for Panko Crusted Cottage cheese:

• For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the flour mixture.
• For a more flavorful dish, add 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the flour mixture.
• You can also add other herbs and spices to the flour mixture, such as garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or paprika.
• For a different flavor, try using flavored panko bread crumbs, such as lemon herb or garlic Parmesan.

Storage and Reheating

Panko crusted cottage cheese may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking it at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes in a preheated oven until heated thoroughly. 

Serving Suggestions

Here are some serving suggestions for panko crusted cottage cheese:

• Panko crusted cottage cheese makes an excellent main course when served alongside rice, potatoes or vegetables as part of a balanced meal. 
• Or use it as an accompanying side dish with other main courses like chicken, fish or steak.
• Serve panko crusted cottage cheese as an appetizer with your desired dipping sauce.

Nutritional Information

One serving of panko crusted cottage cheese (about 1/2 cup) contains approximately:

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 10 grams
• Saturated fat: 5 grams
• Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
• Sodium: 500 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 15 grams
• Sugar: 5 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Cottage Cheese’s Health Benefits

Cottage cheese is an incredibly nutritious food source, packed with protein, calcium, phosphorus and other vital minerals. Furthermore, cottage cheese contains few calories or fat content per serving – which makes it a tasty alternative for weight management!

Below are a few health advantages of cottage cheese:

• Promote muscle growth and repair: Cottage cheese can help promote muscle growth and repair by providing essential protein essential for muscle maintenance and repair. 
• Build strong bones and teeth: Furthermore, its calcium and phosphorus content is key in creating strong bones and teeth for daily maintenance and growth.
• Cottage cheese can help facilitate weight loss: As it contains low calories and fat content as well as being an excellent source of protein, making you feel full and satisfied after every meal. In addition, its potassium-rich nature may reduce blood pressure.
• Cottage cheese can help improve gut health: Cottage cheese contains probiotics, beneficial bacteria that may aid in improving gut health.

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Additional Tips 

Below are a few ideas for panko crusted cottage:

• Serve on a bed of greens topped with vinaigrette dressing
• Then layer on salsa or pico de gallo.
• Serve it with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
• Decorate it with chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro or basil for an elegant presentation.
• Serve with fruit or vegetables such as apples, berries or carrots as an accompaniment.

Conclusion 

Panko crusted cottage cheese is an easy and tasty way to enjoy cottage cheese. A healthy and versatile dish, this treat can be served as either main course, side dish or appetizer. Coated in crispy panko bread before being baked until golden brown, the end result is both delectable and nutritious.

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