Cottage cheese casserole with dried apricots
4 servings
60 minutes
Cottage cheese casserole with dried apricots is a classic of Russian cuisine, originating from traditional home recipes. Its delicate texture and sweet taste with a slight tartness from the apricots create a harmonious combination. The casserole is perfect for breakfast or a cozy tea time, especially in cold weather. Thanks to the cottage cheese, it is rich in proteins and calcium, while the dried apricots add subtle fruity notes and beneficial substances. It is served with natural yogurt and orange jam, adding freshness and extra depth of flavor to the dish. With each bite, the softness of the cottage cheese, the lightness of the proteins, and the pleasant sweetness of the dried fruits unfold, making the casserole not only tasty but also healthy.
1
Separate the yolks from the whites. Mix the yolks with cottage cheese, starch, and finely chopped dried apricots. Whip the whites with sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped whites into the cottage cheese mixture. Bake for 30-40 minutes at 170 degrees.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Fat-free curd cheese: 300 g
- Potato starch: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Dried apricots: 70 g
2
Garnish the finished casserole with thinly sliced dried apricots. Serve with yogurt and orange jam.
- Dried apricots: 70 g
- Plain (natural) yoghurt: to taste
- Orange marmalade: 40 g