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Cottage Cheese Egg Bake - protein-packed and easy breakfast casserole

Cottage Cheese Egg Bake


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

A high-protein, creamy, and filling breakfast bake that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep.


Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 8 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Cottage cheese, small curd or whatever you have (Use full fat for the best texture.)
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese, cheddar or mozzarella (You can substitute with pepper jack or feta.)
  • 1/4 cup Milk, optional but nice for softness
  • 3/4 teaspoon Salt (Adjust according to your preference.)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 2 cups Spinach, packed, fresh or thawed and squeezed dry (Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture.)

Optional Add-ins

  • as desired Cooked breakfast sausage, diced ham, or chopped bell pepper (Feel free to clean out the veggie drawer.)


Instructions

Preparation

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×13 baking dish or a similar size.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until fully mixed.
  4. Stir in cottage cheese, shredded cheese, milk (if using), salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  5. Fold in spinach and any cooked meats or veggies.
  6. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Baking

  1. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until the center is set. If the middle still jiggles, give it 5 more minutes.
  2. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing to help it hold together.

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven for better texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Cuisine: American