Description
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are a delightful and nutritious dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. This recipe combines creamy cottage cheese with fluffy eggs, enhanced by spinach and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a protein-packed meal that will keep you energized throughout the day. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it’s also highly customizable?feel free to add your favorite vegetables or spices! Whether you?re hosting a gathering or looking for an easy weekday breakfast, this savory baked egg dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
4 large eggs
1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
? cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C).
In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and beaten eggs until smooth. Gently fold in chopped spinach and shredded cheddar. Season with salt and pepper.
Grease an 8×8 baking dish and pour in the mixture.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until set in the center. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Feel free to swap in seasonal veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for added flavor. For individual servings, use ramekins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 15g