Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs
A simple and nutritious baked dish combining cottage cheese, eggs, and seasonings.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese use lactose-free cottage cheese if needed
- 4 large Eggs opt for large eggs for best results
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese replace with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option
For Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives green onion can be used as a substitute
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder switch to fresh minced garlic if desired, adjusting to taste
- 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika can enhance the flavor profile
- to taste Salt essential seasoning
- to taste Pepper essential seasoning
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup Bell Peppers ensure to drain excess moisture if using
- 1 cup Spinach consider using fresh or frozen, thawed well
- ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes drain well to prevent sogginess
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, eggs, and parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Stir in the chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in any optional add-ins like bell peppers, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can customize the dish by adding other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.