{"id":7299,"date":"2023-09-09T23:17:39","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T16:17:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=7299"},"modified":"2023-09-09T23:17:39","modified_gmt":"2023-09-09T16:17:39","slug":"healthy-cottage-cheese-queso-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=7299","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Cottage Cheese Queso Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"drop-cap text-big text-gray\"> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">O<\/span>ver the last few months, it seems as if I can\u2019t go a day without some sort of cottage cheese concoction popping up on my social media feed. From cottage cheese <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/strawberry-cottage-cheese-ice-cream\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/strawberry-cottage-cheese-ice-cream\/\">strawberry ice cream<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-recipes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-recipes\/\">lasagna<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-bread\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-bread\/\">homemade bread<\/a>\u2026 it\u2019s everywhere. Long story short: I\u2019m officially on the cottage cheese algorithm. But am I mad about it? Definitely not.<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s why: Cottage cheese is one of the easiest ways to add a boatload of protein to just about any meal. In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGood-Culture-Cottage-Cheese-Classic%2Fdp%2FB071NPQ614%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx11625-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Good-Culture-Cottage-Cheese-Classic\/dp\/B071NPQ614\">Good Culture\u2019s Low-Fat, 2 Percent Milkfat Classic Cottage Cheese<\/a>\u2014which we previously ranked as the overall <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-cottage-cheese-brands\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-cottage-cheese-brands\/\">best type of cottage cheese<\/a>\u2014has a whopping 14 grams of protein per half-cup serving. Which brings us to the latest and greatest cottage cheese-centric recipe of the <del>day <\/del>hour: three-ingredient (!) cottage cheese queso that you can zap in the microwave.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CvuvPzQgw_b\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\"><\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>How to make protein-packed cottage cheese queso<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Thanks to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CvuvPzQgw_b\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CvuvPzQgw_b\/\">recent Instagram post<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/basicswithbails\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/basicswithbails\/\">@basicwithbails<\/a>, we discovered yet another reason to adore cottage cheese even more. Yep, we\u2019re talking about a <a href=\"https:\/\/basicswithbails.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/basicswithbails.com\/\">Basic With Bails\u2019<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/basicswithbails.com\/diet\/high-protein\/easy-cottage-cheese-queso-dip-viral-tiktok-recipe\/#mv-creation-250-jtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/basicswithbails.com\/diet\/high-protein\/easy-cottage-cheese-queso-dip-viral-tiktok-recipe\/#mv-creation-250-jtr\">three-ingredient cottage cheese recipe<\/a> that\u2019s loaded with protein (and tons of flavor), plus it takes mere seconds to make. So, let\u2019s jump right in.<\/p>\n<p>First things first, you\u2019ll need to start with some good-quality cottage cheese. As I previously mentioned, we love the Good Culture\u2019s cottage cheese products (although Trader Joe\u2019s cottage cheeses really gives you more bang for your buck). Once you\u2019ve landed on your favorite cottage cheese, the trick to mastering this recipe boils down to achieving that perfect rich and creamy queso consistency, which will require one easy step: Blending your cottage cheese (about a cup) until smooth. To do so, you can use an immersion blender (to minimize cleanup time) or powerful blender, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vitamix-propel-series-510-blender\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vitamix-propel-series-510-blender\/\">Vitamix Propel 510 Series Blender<\/a>. Best part? Cottage cheese haters can rest easy knowing that none of its lumpy, chunky texture will be present in the final product.<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-queso-recipe\/\" current-title=\"This 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Queso Recipe Is Packed With 40 Grams of Protein per Serving\" current-image=\"cottage-cheese-queso-recipe-425x285.jpg\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-03-09\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-queso-recipe\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-queso-recipe\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/cottage-cheese-queso-recipe\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Next, you\u2019ll want to transfer the whipped cottage cheese to a small, microwave-safe bowl and add your mix-ins. For the full iconic gooey, cheesy, queso effect, you\u2019ll want to use about a quarter cup of shredded cheese (like cheddar), and a few teaspoons of your favorite taco seasoning\u2014we love <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSiete-Taco-Seasoning-Preservative-Approved%2Fdp%2FB084RS1QX8%2F%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx11625-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Siete-Taco-Seasoning-Preservative-Approved\/dp\/B084RS1QX8\/\">Siete\u2019s Spicy Taco Seasoning Mix<\/a>, which is both vegan and gluten-free. Then, give it all a good stir and pop it in the microwave for about a minute or so, or until the ingredients are hot and melted.<\/p>\n<p>While you can stop right there and you have just about the most perfect three-ingredient snack imaginable, you can also take things up a notch with extra toppings. In the comments section of the video we saw (genius) suggestions like adding blended-up pickled jalape\u00f1os or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast. Frankly, it\u2019s nearly impossible to go wrong.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Now let\u2019s talk protein<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We know that protein is the name of the game when it comes to a well-balanced diet. In fact, registered dietitians suggest that we consume about 30 grams of protein per meal. <em>Yes<\/em>, <em>per meal. <\/em>Granted, that\u2019s not always easy\u2014although this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/protein-cheat-sheet\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/protein-cheat-sheet\/\">30 grams of protein cheat sheet<\/a> might help. That said, protein is integral for so many reasons. Namely, it\u2019s essential for building muscle, and vital for organ function and immune system support.<\/p>\n<p>The good news? This cottage cheese queso recipe is packed with\u2026 you guessed it: a ton of protein. 40 grams per bowl of it, to be exact. So, grab a bag of <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSiete-Family-Foods-Tortilla-Chips%2Fdp%2FB0BQXZ9PXB%2Fr%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx11625-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Siete-Family-Foods-Tortilla-Chips\/dp\/B0BQXZ9PXB\/r\">Siete Family Foods Ma\u00edz Sea Salt Blue Corn Tortilla<\/a> (if you haven\u2019t tried these yet, you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re missing out on) and get scooping. Or, for even <em>more<\/em> protein power, Bailey (the recipe developer behind Basic With Bails and this mouth-watering queso), suggests serving it along with <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FQuest-Tortilla-Protein-Variety-Cheese%2Fdp%2FB09GLBLPYG%2F%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx11625-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcottage-cheese-queso-recipe%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quest-Tortilla-Protein-Variety-Cheese\/dp\/B09GLBLPYG\/\">Quest Tortilla Style Protein Chips<\/a>\u2014they\u2019ve got 18 to 20 grams (!) of protein per serving.<\/p>\n<p><em>An RD shares a guide to alternative cheeses:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A Dietitian&#039;s Guide to Alternative Cheese | You Versus Food | Well+Good\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8OuDQO_DoQQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div class=\"disclaimers__after_content mb-[18px] mt-[16px] pt-[16px]\">\n<div class=\"outline-earmark relative mt-[8px] pt-[10px] pl-[20px]\">\n<p>\n            Our editors independently select these products. 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