| 1 | Preheat oven to 350 degrees. |
| 2 | Lightly coat a 2 quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or oil. |
| 3 | Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. |
| 4 | Bring to a simmer over medium heat. |
| 5 | Reduce the heat to low and cook until the potatoes are barely tender, 15 to 20 minutes. |
| 6 | Drain and let sit until cool enough to handle, about 20 minutes. |
| 7 | Peel the potatoes and grate them into a large bowl; set aside. |
| 8 | Squeeze the garlic cloves from their skins into a food processor. |
| 9 | Add cottage cheese and process until completely smooth. |
| 10 | Add sour cream, salt and pepper and process briefly to combine. |
| 11 | Add the cottage cheese mixture and scallions to the grated potatoes and mix well. |
| 12 | Turn into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with grated cheddar and paprika. |
| 13 | (the recipe can be prepared ahead to this point and stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days). |
| 14 | Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. |