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Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Recipe

Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Recipe
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5.2 from 13 reviews

This Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a delicious and nutritious breakfast or brunch dish that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with fresh spinach, savory Parmesan, and flavorful seasonings. Baked to perfection, it offers a high-protein, satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prepping.

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

  • 8 eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ cup 2% or full-fat cottage cheese
  • ½ cup shredded or shaved Parmesan cheese

Vegetables

  • 3 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
  • ½ cup finely diced yellow onion or green onions

Other

  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Mist a 9×9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the egg bake doesn’t stick.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Then stir in the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped spinach, and diced onions until evenly incorporated.
  3. Pour Mixture: Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
  4. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
  5. Store and Reheat: Let the egg bake cool slightly before slicing. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat portions in a skillet or microwave before serving.

Notes

  • Use either 2% or full-fat cottage cheese based on your preference for creaminess and fat content.
  • Fresh spinach can be substituted with frozen spinach; just be sure to thaw and drain excess water before adding.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • To make this dish vegetarian, ensure the Parmesan you use is vegetarian-friendly or substitute with another cheese.
  • This recipe is great for meal prepping and can be easily doubled for larger batches.

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Keywords: cottage cheese, egg bake, spinach egg casserole, breakfast casserole, high protein breakfast, healthy egg bake

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