Egg Bake with Cottage Cheese
Egg bake with cottage cheese is a delightful and flavorful breakfast option that combines fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and vibrant veggies. This dish is perfect for both leisurely Sunday brunches and quick weekday mornings. With its irresistible combination of textures and savory flavors, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs until frothy.
- Stir in the cottage cheese until combined.
- Add the chopped bell peppers and spinach; mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheddar.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool for five minutes before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 370mg