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High Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bake


  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fluffy, cheesy, veggie-loaded slab of breakfast magic that packs serious protein and can be prepared ahead of time.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 large eggs
  • 16 ounces full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 4 cups chopped spinach
  • 1/4 cup shredded gruyere or gouda cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic (ground or powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. Add the chopped veggies in an even layer at the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk them well, then add the cottage cheese, seasonings, and 1/4 cup of shredded gouda cheese and mix until mostly smooth.
  4. Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture over the veggies in the baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Bake on the middle rack for 50 to 55 minutes, until set.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use full fat cottage cheese for better texture. Allow the bake to cool before slicing to maintain shape.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 350mg

Keywords: egg bake, high protein, breakfast, cottage cheese, nutritious, meal prep