Cottage Cheese Egg Bake
Cottage cheese egg bake is a delightful breakfast dish that combines creamy cottage cheese, fluffy eggs, and vibrant vegetables for a wholesome start to your day. Baked to golden perfection, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a family breakfast, each slice is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a satisfying choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, torn
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until soft.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and sautéed veggies until combined.
- Gently fold in spinach and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, top with remaining cheddar cheese, and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 220mg