Description
This Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs recipe is a protein-packed, flavorful breakfast dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with eggs, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a nutritious start to your day, this easy-to-make casserole is baked until golden and set, delivering a satisfying balance of texture and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups Cottage Cheese (Use lactose-free for dietary restrictions)
- 4 large Eggs (Opt for large eggs for the best texture)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Substitute with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option)
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1/4 cup Fresh Chives (Green onions can work as a substitute)
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (Be sure to drain excess moisture if using)
- 1 cup Spinach (Fresh or frozen (thawed well) works beautifully)
- 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (Drain well to prevent sogginess)
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Switch to fresh minced garlic for a more robust flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper (Adjust according to your spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked paprika can deepen the flavor profile)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking and to achieve a beautiful golden top on the dish.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish with your preferred oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: Place the cottage cheese in a food processor and blend for about 30 seconds until smooth and creamy, which helps create a uniform texture in the casserole.
- Mix Eggs and Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. Gently fold in the blended cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine with Vegetables: Fold in the drained bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes evenly into the egg mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well distributed.
- Pour into Dish: Pour the prepared mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles when moved, indicating perfect doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the baked eggs to rest for 2-3 minutes after removing from the oven. This helps the center to set fully before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
- Use lactose-free cottage cheese to accommodate lactose intolerance.
- Fresh minced garlic can replace garlic powder for a stronger garlic flavor.
- Ensure bell peppers are well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- Smoked paprika adds a deeper flavor profile if preferred over regular paprika.
- Spinach can be fresh or well-thawed frozen, but be sure to drain excess water.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
