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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs with Vegetables Recipe

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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs is a creamy, protein-packed breakfast or brunch dish combining smooth blended cottage cheese with eggs, Parmesan, and fresh vegetables, baked to perfection for a light and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Cheese and Eggs

  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese (use lactose-free cottage cheese if needed)
  • 4 large Eggs (opt for large eggs for best results)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (replace with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option)

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (ensure to drain excess moisture if using)
  • 1 cup Spinach (consider using fresh or frozen, thawed well)
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (drain well to prevent sogginess)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives (green onion can be used as a substitute)

Seasonings

  • 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)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right baking temperature for the eggs.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Blend Cottage Cheese: In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese for about 30 seconds until it becomes smooth and creamy.
  4. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. Gently fold in the blended cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
  5. Add Vegetables: Stir in the bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, ensuring excess moisture is drained to avoid sogginess.
  6. Bake: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15-17 minutes, until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
  7. Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the eggs to finish setting.

Notes

  • You can substitute nutritional yeast for Parmesan if you want a dairy-free version.
  • Use lactose-free cottage cheese for a low-lactose alternative.
  • Smoked paprika adds a nice depth of flavor but regular paprika works fine too.
  • Ensure sun-dried tomatoes and bell peppers are drained well to prevent excess moisture in the bake.
  • Fresh herbs like chives add brightness; green onion can be used as a substitute.
  • Resting the bake before slicing helps improve texture and presentation.

Keywords: baked eggs, cottage cheese recipes, healthy breakfast, protein-packed breakfast, easy egg bake, low lactose breakfast

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