Description
These Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are a delicious and protein-packed breakfast perfect for a nutritious start to your day. Featuring a creamy blend of cottage cheese, eggs, and Parmesan with fresh veggies and herbs, this recipe is easy to prepare and bakes to perfection, delivering a flavorful and satisfying dish rich in protein and essential nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy and Eggs
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (substitute with lactose-free for intolerance)
- 4 large Eggs (recommended for best results)
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (or grated cheddar/nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (diced)
- 1 cup Spinach (well-drained)
- 0.5 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Chives (or green onions/fresh herbs like dill)
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or fresh minced garlic)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked paprika enhances flavor)
- to taste Salt and Pepper (adjust according to dietary needs)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the eggs. Greasing the baking dish can help prevent sticking.
- Mix cottage cheese and seasonings: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Add vegetables and cheese: Fold in the diced bell peppers, well-drained spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, chives, and grated Parmesan cheese into the cottage cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Prepare eggs: Crack the eggs into the mixture and gently fold them in. Ensure the eggs are combined but not overmixed to maintain texture.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Bake the mixture: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 17 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let relax for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy this protein-rich baked eggs dish warm for a nourishing breakfast.
Notes
- You can substitute lactose-free cottage cheese if you have lactose intolerance.
- Use smoked paprika to enhance the smoky flavor, but regular paprika works fine too.
- For dairy-free options, replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your dietary preferences, especially if on a low-sodium diet.
- Feel free to add fresh herbs like dill for extra flavor.
- Make sure to drain spinach well to avoid excess moisture affecting the bake.
