Description
Enjoy a delightfully creamy and fluffy baked cottage cheese eggs dish that’s perfect for a nutritious breakfast. Combining the rich flavors of full-fat cottage cheese, eggs, shredded cheese, and fresh herbs, this baked casserole is easy to prepare and provides a wholesome start to your day. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a satisfying texture and taste that can be served warm and topped with your favorite extras.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese (opt for full-fat for a richer flavor)
- 6 large eggs (provides fluffy texture and structure)
- 1/2 cup milk (use whole or 2% for best results)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella for flavor)
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (chopped, like chives or parsley)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (adds spice to the flavor)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) while preparing the ingredients to ensure an even baking temperature.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly coat a baking dish with olive oil to prevent the mixture from sticking during baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, and milk until the mixture is thoroughly blended and fluffy.
- Add Flavors: Gently fold in the shredded cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and black pepper evenly into the egg mixture to distribute flavor.
- Pour Mixture: Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the surface turns golden brown and the casserole becomes puffy and set.
- Cool: Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes, which helps it firm up and makes slicing easier.
- Serve: Cut the baked dish into squares and serve warm, optionally topped with extra fresh herbs or hot sauce for added flavor.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese and milk for a creamier texture and richer taste.
- You can substitute herbs based on preference, such as dill or basil, for variation.
- Cheese choice can be adapted; mozzarella offers a milder flavor while cheddar gives a sharper taste.
- Let the dish cool slightly before slicing to maintain clean cuts and texture.
- Serve with side greens or toast for a complete breakfast.
