Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Recipe: A Nutritious Start to Your Day

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup low‑fat cottage cheese
• 6 large eggs
• ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Vegetables & Herbs

• 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely sliced

Seasonings

• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Baking the Egg Bake

1. Transfer to a dish. Lightly grease a 9‑inch square baking dish with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil. Pour the custard mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
2. Add the cheese topping. Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar evenly across the surface. The cheese will melt, then brown under the broiler, creating a satisfying crust.
3. Bake. Place the dish in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 25‑30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles only slightly when the pan is shaken.
4. Broil for finish. Switch the oven to the broil setting, keep the door slightly ajar, and broil for 2‑3 minutes. Watch closely; the cheese should turn a deep golden‑brown without burning.
5. Rest before serving. Remove the bake from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Resting lets the custard finish setting, making it easier to cut clean squares.