Cottage Cheese and Cheese Pie

If you’re handy with crusts or have one on hand in the freezer, this can be put together very quickly. The filling is made with dry-curd cottage cheese bound with eggs and enriched with mild cheese—Monterey Jack, Muenster, a mild cheddar, or something richer. If you’re making your own crust, include a portion of whole wheat flour; the nutty flavor goes especially well with the cheese.

The simplicity of this pie makes it a soothing morning dish to serve with strawberry preserves or a