EASY COTTAGE CHEESE PASTA BAKE WITH 40 GRAMS OF PROTEIN

1. Preheat oven to 400F while you bring water to boil in a pot for the pasta. 
2. Once boiling, cook pasta per box instructions. To wilt the spinach, add it to a strainer and drain the pasta over it. 
3. While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and chopped broccoli, and sauté for about 7 minutes. Remove from heat. 
4. To a large baking dish, add the cooked pasta, cooked broccoli and spinach, cottage cheese, and marinara sauce. Season with salt and pepper, then stir everything together. 
5. If opting for cheese, sprinkle shredded mozzarella overtop. 
6. Transfer the baking dish to the oven for 20 minutes, or until the top layer of cheese is melted and nicely browned. 
7. For an extra crispy cheesy top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes. 
8. Remove from oven, top with chopped basil, and enjoy!