Description
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs is a protein-packed breakfast dish that combines creamy cottage cheese, eggs, and vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. This wholesome meal is enhanced with Parmesan cheese, fresh chives, and a blend of garlic powder and paprika for a flavorful morning boost. Simple to prepare and baked to perfection, it offers a nutritious start to your day with balanced flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (use lactose-free cottage cheese if needed)
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (replace with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option)
Vegetables
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (ensure to drain excess moisture if using)
- 1 cup Spinach (fresh or frozen, thawed well)
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (drain well to prevent sogginess)
Seasonings
- 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)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare it for baking the eggs. This ensures even cooking and a nicely set texture.
- Prepare the vegetables and mix ingredients: Drain excess moisture from the bell peppers and sun-dried tomatoes to avoid sogginess. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out any excess water. In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, chopped fresh chives, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a flavorful base.
- Assemble in a baking dish: Lightly grease a baking dish. Spread the drained bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes evenly in the bottom. Pour the cottage cheese mixture over the vegetables and spread to cover. Crack the eggs on top, spacing them evenly across the dish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your desired level and the mixture is set and slightly golden on top.
- Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with extra fresh chives if desired and serve warm for a satisfying, protein-rich breakfast.
Notes
- Use lactose-free cottage cheese for a lactose-intolerant friendly version.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.
- Adjust garlic quantity if using fresh minced garlic, as it has a stronger flavor than garlic powder.
- Drain all vegetables well to prevent excess moisture and soggy bake.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated, then gently reheated before serving.
