Description
This Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a protein-packed, savory breakfast or brunch dish combining fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese. Baked to perfection, it offers a hearty and nutritious meal that’s both delicious and easy to prepare, perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups cottage cheese
Vegetables & Seasoning
- 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
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Beat Eggs and Add Cottage Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the 6 large eggs until fully beaten. Stir in 2 cups of cottage cheese until well combined.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Mix in the chopped spinach, diced bell pepper, chopped onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Incorporate Shredded Cheese: Gently fold in 1 cup of shredded cheese, reserving some for topping if desired, to maintain some melted cheesy pockets in the bake.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheese on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until the bake is set and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bake to cool for about 5 minutes to set fully before slicing into 8 servings. Serve warm for a wholesome meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the cheese type according to preference, such as mozzarella or pepper jack.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like parsley or chives.
- This dish can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- To make it lower carb, reduce the bell pepper and onion quantities.
