Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the goodness of eggs and fresh vegetables. Whether you need a quick breakfast for yourself or a hearty brunch option for guests, this versatile bake is your go-to recipe. It’s packed with protein, making it perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd. Customize it with your favorite veggies or garnishes to create a dish that’s uniquely yours. Enjoy warm, chilled, or topped with fresh herbs and avocados for an extra flavor boost.
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- ½ cup diced bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and then stir in the cottage cheese until well combined.
- Add chopped spinach, bell pepper, onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Gently fold in the shredded cheese, reserving some for topping if desired.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with reserved cheese if using.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set and golden on top. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 210mg