Description
A delicious and nutritious breakfast casserole featuring spinach and cottage cheese, perfectly baked for a light yet satisfying start to your day. This easy recipe combines eggs, creamy cottage cheese, mozzarella, and fresh spinach seasoned with garlic and onion powder, creating a flavorful and wholesome dish suitable for busy mornings.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach (or thawed and drained frozen spinach)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach evenly into the egg and cheese mixture.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly across the dish.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the center is fully set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature as a nutritious breakfast option.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach, but be sure to thaw and drain it thoroughly to avoid excess moisture.
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like parsley or basil to the mixture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- This casserole can be portioned into smaller servings for meal prepping.
