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High Protein Cottage Cheese Waffles with Jarred Preserved Lemon

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Use your jar of preserved lemons to make these unique, high-protein cottage cheese waffles. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a tangy, satisfying breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped preserved lemon rind (from the jar)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, adjust based on lemon saltiness)

Instructions

  1. Heat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s directions. Lightly grease if necessary.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and melted butter or oil. Mix until mostly smooth; small lumps of cottage cheese are fine.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the finely chopped preserved lemon rind and the optional sugar.
  6. Pour the batter onto the hot waffle iron, using the amount recommended for your specific machine.
  7. Cook until golden brown and crisp, usually 3 to 5 minutes.
  8. Remove the waffles and serve immediately with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • If your preserved lemons are very salty, rinse them briefly under cold water before chopping to reduce sodium content.
  • For a sweeter waffle, add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to the batter.
  • These waffles pair well with plain Greek yogurt or a light cream cheese spread instead of traditional syrup.

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