Protein-loaded Cheesy Kale

Ingredients:

1 T olive oil 

2 garlic cloves, minced 

1 lb kale (any kind), stemmed and roughly chopped 

3 T water 

½ t salt 

½ - 1 cup cottage cheese (can substitute with ricotta cheese) 

½ cup grated mozzarella 

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese 

½ t garlic powder 

Optional: oregano and crushed red pepper 

Toasted baguettes, optional 

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to broil. Rack should be about 6 inches from the heat. 

2. Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet (or ovenproof skillet). Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. 

3. Add kale and water. Sprinkle with salt. Cook kale, stir occasionally, until it’s wilted, softened, and water has evaporated. 

4. Remove from heat. Dollop cottage cheese on top of kale and sprinkle mozzarella evenly. 5. Place skillet under the broiler until mozzarella is melted and lightly browned. Watch closely to not over brown. 

6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with Parmesan, garlic powder, and optional oregano and crushed red pepper. 

7. Serve immediately with toasted baguettes.