Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a wholesome and flavorful dish that makes for a perfect breakfast or brunch option. Bursting with protein from cottage cheese and eggs, this easy-to-make casserole is not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Loaded with fresh vegetables like spinach and bell peppers, this savory egg bake offers a hearty experience for any meal of the day. Ideal for meal prep, it can be made in advance and stored for quick breakfasts throughout the week. Whether hosting a family gathering or enjoying a quiet morning at home, this Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
- 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 (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs until fully beaten.
- Stir in the cottage cheese until well combined.
- Add chopped spinach, bell pepper, onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper; mix until incorporated.
- Gently fold in shredded cheese (reserve some for topping if desired).
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle reserved cheese on top if using.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set and golden brown.
- Allow cooling for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the bake (approximately 110g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 180mg