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High Protein Cheesy Garlic Bread

Recipe by iRick Wiggins on InstagramAdded 24 September 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A quick, high‑protein snack that turns simple cheeses into crispy, savory sticks. The blend of mozzarella and cottage cheese creates a creamy base, while the everything bagel seasoning adds a comforting, aromatic crunch. Perfect for a fast lunch or a tasty side with marinara.

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Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (425°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese and shredded mozzarella until evenly mixed.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The cottage cheese and mozzarella are evenly combined.

  3. Spoon the cheese mixture onto the prepared sheet, shaping it into uniform sticks about 1‑inch thick.

  4. Place the sticks on the parchment, leaving a small gap between each for even browning.

  5. Sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning evenly over the tops of the cheese sticks.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15‑20 minutes, or until the sticks are golden brown and the edges are crisp.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sticks are golden at the edges with crisp surfaces.

  7. Remove from the oven and let the sticks cool on the sheet for 2‑3 minutes to firm up.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The cheese firms as it cools briefly on the tray.

  8. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping and enjoy immediately.

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Garlic bread, 5 ways

Five creators posted their own. Most use butter and parsley.

  1. Nicki Georgiou35 min9 ingr.Only this one uses smoked paprika, garlic granules and buffalo sauce
  2. Marc Pizza15 min5 ingr.Only this one uses confited garlic
  3. Zuzana Merrifield1 hr13 ingr.Only this one uses bread flour, milk and strong bread flour
  4. Ben Chelin40 min17 ingr.Only this one uses paprika, seasoning salt and garlic powder
  5. iRick Wiggins30 min3 ingr.Only this one uses cottage cheese and everything bagel seasoning
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