Ham and Cottage Cheese Potato Casserole

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A comforting high-protein casserole layered with tender potatoes, savory ham, creamy cottage cheese, and melted cheddar, perfect for a cozy dinner. This american-inspired keto (keto, high protein) ready in about 75 minutes pairs diced into 1/2-inch pieces cooked ham, cottage cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 55 min Serves 6 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup diced cooked ham, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish. Layer half of the thinly sliced 1.5 lbs small red potatoes evenly on the bottom.
  3. Step 3: Spread half of the ham and cottage cheese mixture over the potato layer, then sprinkle with 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
  4. Step 4: Repeat with the remaining potato slices, ham mixture, and top with the remaining 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter evenly over the top layer.
  6. Step 6: Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Step 7: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Ham and Cottage Cheese Potato Casserole take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (20 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Ham and Cottage Cheese Potato Casserole?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cottage cheese from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ham and Cottage Cheese Potato Casserole?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Ham and Cottage Cheese Potato Casserole for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Ham and Cottage Cheese Potato Casserole keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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