Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat, based on preference)
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for greasing the dish)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish (approximately 8×8 inches) with olive oil or cooking spray.Mix the Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add the cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.Optional Add-ins:
Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives or parsley if desired for extra flavor.Pour into Dish:
Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.Bake:
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and slightly golden on top.Cool and Serve:
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before slicing into squares or scooping with a spoon. Serve warm.
Notes
- Make it your way: Add sautéed spinach, diced bell peppers, or cooked bacon bits for extra flavor.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute cottage cheese with a dairy-free alternative, like silken tofu or cashew cream.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 190mg