1-First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step ensures your oven reaches the optimal temperature before your dough is ready, which is crucial for proper baking.

2-While the oven heats up, gather and measure all your ingredients, ensuring the cottage cheese is drained well for the best texture. Excess moisture in the cottage cheese can make the dough too sticky, so give it a quick drain if it seems particularly watery.

3-Next, in a large bowl, mix 1 cup cottage cheese and 1 cup self-rising flour until a dough forms. The mixture will initially seem strange and possibly crumbly, but continue mixing until it comes together. You may need to use your hands to shape the dough ball, lightly flouring them if the dough is too sticky. Don’t worry about achieving a smooth, elastic dough like traditional yeast breads this dough should be shaggy and somewhat sticky.

4-Once your dough has formed, roll it on a parchment-lined baking sheet into a large rectangle using a floured rolling pin. The parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier. Aim for an even thickness of about ½ inch to ensure uniform baking. If you don’t have a rolling pin, you can press the dough into shape with your hands just flour them well first.