Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (225g) small curd 4% milkfat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp (0.5g) garlic powder
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) low-sugar marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup (28g) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp (5g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 10 slices (15g) turkey pepperoni
  • 1 tbsp (10g) diced green bell peppers
  • 2 fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

  1. Place the cottage cheese, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes into your bowl. Note: This ensures the flavor is built into the base, not just sitting on top.
  2. Stir the mixture vigorously for exactly 30 seconds. Wait until the curds look smaller and the texture is glossy.
  3. Spoon the marinara sauce over the cheese mixture, spreading it to the edges. Note: Do not stir the sauce in; layering keeps the flavors distinct.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce layer.
  5. Arrange the turkey pepperoni slices and diced green bell peppers on top of the cheese.
  6. Place the bowl in the microwave and cook on high for 1.5 to 2 minutes. Stop when the cheese is bubbling and the center is steaming.
  7. If using an air fryer instead, cook at 200°C for 5 minutes. Watch for the pepperoni edges to curl and turn dark red.
  8. Let the bowl sit for 1 minute before touching it. Note: This allows the heat to equalize so you don't burn your mouth.
  9. Tear the fresh basil leaves by hand and scatter them over the top.
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