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Protein-Packed Cottage Cheese Egg Bake

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Protein-Packed Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a nutritious and delicious breakfast option. With a blend of eggs, cottage cheese, spinach, tomatoes, and mozzarella, this dish is high in protein and flavor.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese, preferably reduced fat or full fat (NOT fat free)
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Additions:

  • 2 large handfuls baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup basil, fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Prepare Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, and salt. Stir in spinach, tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella.
  3. Bake: Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until set and slightly golden.
  4. Serve: Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • This dish can be customized with additional veggies or protein like cooked bacon or sausage.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for a few days and reheated for quick breakfasts.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 540 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 345 mg