Description
Creamy Cottage Cheese Eggs bring Mediterranean comfort to breakfast tables with protein-packed goodness. Savory herbs and golden eggs blend into a simple yet satisfying morning meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons chopped spinach (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F and lightly coat a baking dish or individual ramekins with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine eggs with cottage cheese in a mixing bowl, creating a smooth base for the dish.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, seasoning the mixture with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a hint of garlic powder for enhanced flavor profile.
- Gently fold chopped spinach into the egg mixture, distributing the vibrant green leaves evenly throughout the creamy base.
- Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared baking vessel, ensuring an even spread for consistent cooking.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown surface and a firm, set texture that indicates complete cooking.
- Remove from the oven and allow the egg dish to rest for a few minutes, which helps it stabilize and makes serving easier.
- Slice or scoop the baked eggs onto plates, serving immediately while still warm and maintaining its light, fluffy consistency.
Notes
- Customize the protein content by adding diced ham, crumbled bacon, or cooked chicken for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Experiment with different herbs like fresh dill, basil, or chives to elevate the taste profile and add a fresh green element.
- Choose low-fat cottage cheese and reduced-fat cheddar for a lighter, diet-friendly version that maintains the creamy texture and protein punch.
- Make this dish vegetarian-friendly by incorporating roasted bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini instead of meat-based additions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 370mg