Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a delightful, protein-packed breakfast casserole that effortlessly combines creamy cottage cheese with colorful vegetables and gooey melted cheese. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick weeknight dinner, this versatile recipe guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table. The easy preparation makes it perfect for meal prep, allowing you to whip it up ahead of time for busy mornings. Customize it with your favorite veggies or cheeses to make it your own!
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 the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until smooth.
- Stir in chopped spinach, bell pepper, onion, and seasonings until well combined.
- Gently fold in shredded cheese, reserving some for topping if desired.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and top with reserved cheese.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set and golden brown.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the bake (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg