Description
A hearty and nutritious breakfast bake made with cottage cheese, eggs, and vegetables, perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (such as spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, and shredded cheese until well combined. Incorporate your chosen vegetables and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil. Pour the egg mixture into the dish, ensuring it’s evenly spread.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using low-fat cottage cheese or egg whites. This dish is customizable to suit personal tastes or dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: breakfast, egg bake, cottage cheese, healthy, quick meal