Description
This Easy Spinach and Cottage Cheese Breakfast Casserole is a nutritious and delicious start to your day, combining fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and fresh spinach baked to perfection. It’s a simple, wholesome dish perfect for busy mornings or meal prepping, offering a savory and satisfying breakfast option that’s high in protein and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and 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 and smooth.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped fresh spinach (or thawed and drained frozen spinach) to the egg mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout.
- Pour into Dish: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula for uniform cooking.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the center is fully set and no longer jiggly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious breakfast or brunch option.
Notes
- Use fresh or properly thawed frozen spinach, making sure to drain excess moisture to avoid a watery casserole.
- The casserole can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning for convenience.
- For a lower fat version, use part-skim mozzarella cheese and low-fat cottage cheese.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like diced bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- This breakfast casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
