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Clever Ways to Use Cottage Cheese
COTTAGE CHEESE was once one of America’s popular choices for a healthy bowl of dairy deliciousness in the morning. But yogurt—with all its fancy-schmancy variations—surpassed it. Today, cottage cheese is having a comeback of sorts. Here are seven ways to enjoy a container that go beyond the usual uses, courtesy of registered dietitian and nutritionist Lauren Manaker.
1 Add a dollop to your baked potato, and top it with fresh chives.
2 Stir it into tomato-based pasta dishes, or use it to lighten up your Alfredo sauce recipe.
3 Blend it into smoothies to add thickness and a cheesecake-like flavor. (Try it with strawberries and banana.)
4 Spread it on toast, sprinkle with cinnamon, then layer on sliced fruit and drizzle with honey.
5 Make a protein bowl. Combine it with yogurt, and top with berries and granola.
6 Stir it into pancake batter with a little grated lemon zest. Serve with fruit.
7 Add a scoop to cut cantaloupe. Drizzle with a mix of lime juice and honey, and top with chopped mint.
TIP: Watching carbs? Skip cottage cheese that is prepackaged with fruit, as many of these contain large amounts of added sugar. Buy plain and use your own fruit instead —Kelsey Ogletree