Description
Egg Bake with Cottage Cheese is a delightful and nutritious dish that effortlessly combines fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and fresh vegetables for a wholesome meal. Perfect for brunch or quick weekday breakfasts, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting bake that will satisfy both family and friends. The irresistible aroma will fill your kitchen, making it an instant favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, any color)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 strips crispy bacon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs until frothy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix in the cottage cheese, chopped bell peppers, spinach, and half of the cheddar cheese. If using bacon, add it now.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 240mg