High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Dip
15 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
6
Servings
High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Dip
15m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
6
Servings
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This simple and creamy dip combines the fresh flavors of garlic roasted tomatoes with a blend of three cheeses and is packed with protein. It’s topped with pepperoni and fresh basil to satisfy your deepest pizza cravings, all while making a perfect and easy appetizer for game day!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 teaspoons unsalted butter
- 2 to 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
1 can Red Gold® Original Diced Tomatoes + Green Chilies 10 oz
2 tablespoons Red Gold® Red Gold Roasted Garlic Tomato Paste 6 oz
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano, plus more for garnish
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
- turkey pepperoni slices, for topping
- fresh basil, for garnish
- grated parmesan cheese, for garnish
- crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish
Instructions
Step one
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Step two
Heat butter in a cast iron skillet or oven-safe pan over medium heat until melted. Turn heat to low and stir in garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant.
Step three
Add Red Gold Original Diced Tomatoes + Green Chilies, Red Gold Roasted Garlic Tomato Paste, and oregano. Mix and set aside.
Step four
In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, spinach, mozzarella, and provolone together and add to skillet to combine with tomato mixture. Spread evenly across the pan.
Step five
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella and top with pepperoni.
Step six
Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese melts. Broil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Step seven
Garnish with fresh basil, grated parmesan and crushed red pepper.
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