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Protein-Packed Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Easy Healthy Breakfast Recipe

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A quick, healthy, and satisfying breakfast bake combining protein-rich cottage cheese, eggs, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes for a flavorful start to your day.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs (room temperature preferred)
  • 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed or dry-packed)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in chopped fresh spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and cottage cheese until smooth but slightly lumpy. Add smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Fold the sautéed spinach, onion, garlic, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the egg mixture. Stir in Parmesan cheese if using.
  7. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch oven-safe baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray. Pour the egg mixture evenly into the dish and smooth the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until puffed and golden on top. A knife inserted in the center should come out mostly clean.
  9. Let the bake cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for even cooking and better texture. Sauté veggies first to remove excess moisture and enhance flavor. If edges brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. Squeeze spinach to remove excess water to avoid sogginess. This bake stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and freezes for up to 2 months.

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