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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs Recipe

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This Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs recipe is a nutritious and versatile breakfast option featuring creamy cottage cheese and fluffy baked eggs combined with optional vegetables, herbs, and cheese toppings. It’s an easy oven-baked dish perfect for a wholesome start to your day or a satisfying brunch.

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup cottage cheese (2% or full-fat)
  • 0.25 cup milk or cream (optional)
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder (optional)

Add-ins (Optional)

  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan or shredded cheddar
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or dill)
  • 0.5 cup diced vegetables (spinach, tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms)
  • 0.25 cup cooked bacon bits or diced ham
  • 0.25 cup shredded cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease four ramekins, a small baking dish, or a muffin tin with olive oil or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, and milk or cream if using. Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder and whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Mix-ins: Fold in the chopped fresh herbs, diced vegetables, and proteins like bacon bits or ham if using. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the egg mixture.
  4. Portion and Top: Divide the prepared mixture evenly into the greased ramekins or baking dish. Sprinkle the tops with shredded cheese if desired to add a golden cheesy crust as it bakes.
  5. Bake: Place the dish or ramekins in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tops are slightly golden. The egg bake should be firm but still moist.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the baked eggs to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with your choice of toast, avocado slices, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for extra creaminess or low-fat for a lighter dish.
  • Adjust vegetables and add-ins per your preference or what you have on hand.
  • If you don’t have ramekins, a small baking dish or muffin tin works well.
  • Egg bake can be prepared a day ahead and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
  • Make it vegetarian by skipping bacon or ham and increasing vegetables and cheese.
  • Milk or cream is optional but adds softness and richness to the eggs.

Keywords: baked eggs, cottage cheese eggs, healthy breakfast, egg bake, brunch recipe

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