# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups (16 oz) cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat, small curd preferred
→ Seasonings
02 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Optional Toppings
07 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
08 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
02 - Place cottage cheese in a fine-mesh sieve and press gently to remove excess liquid. Pat dry with paper towels for enhanced crispiness.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine drained cottage cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
04 - Drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto the prepared baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound gently with the back of a spoon to create thin circles approximately 2 to 2.5 inches in diameter.
05 - Sprinkle the chips with chopped chives or grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crisp.
07 - Allow chips to cool completely on the baking sheet to further crisp up before carefully lifting them off.
08 - Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to two days.
