🥚 Cottage Cheese & Egg Bake

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🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
  • ½ cup spinach (chopped)
  • ¼ cup diced bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped onion
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Lightly grease a small baking dish (8×8 inch).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk eggs until smooth.
  4. Stir in cottage cheese, shredded cheese, veggies, and seasonings.
  5. Pour mixture into prepared dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until center is set and top is lightly golden.
  7. Cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

🍽 Makes 4–6 servings

Approx per serving (6 servings):

  • Calories: ~160
  • Protein: 14–16g
  • Carbs: 2–3g
  • Fat: 11g

🔥 Flavor Variations

  • Southwest: add cooked chicken + chili flakes
  • Mediterranean: add olives + feta
  • Meaty: mix in cooked turkey or beef
  • Low-carb/keto: keep veggies minimal

Great for meal prep — stays good in the fridge 4 days and reheats well.