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Creamy Cottage Cheese and Egg Bake with Mushrooms and Spinach Recipe

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3.8 from 7 reviews

This Cottage Cheese and Egg Bake is a hearty and protein-packed breakfast dish featuring sautéed cremini mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a blend of cottage and cheddar cheeses baked to perfection. It’s an excellent make-ahead meal that is both nutritious and flavorful, ideal for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (226 gr., rinsed and sliced)
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves (52 gr., chopped)

Dairy and Eggs

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups cottage cheese (360 gr., whole milk 4%)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (100 gr., shredded, packed)
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil plus more for greasing the pan)

Seasonings

  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Other

  • Cooking spray or butter for greasing the casserole dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375 °F (191 °C). Lightly grease a 9×11 or 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter to ensure the bake doesn’t stick. Set the dish aside.
  2. Cook Mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season the mushrooms with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and then remove them from heat to cool slightly.
  3. Beat Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the 12 large eggs until they are well beaten and uniform in texture.
  4. Add Dairy and Spices: To the beaten eggs, add 1 ½ cups cottage cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Stir gently until all ingredients are well combined.
  5. Combine Vegetables: Fold the cooled mushrooms and chopped baby spinach leaves into the egg and cheese mixture, ensuring an even distribution without overmixing.
  6. Transfer to Casserole Dish: Pour the entire mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. The bake is ready when the center is set and no longer jiggly.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for a satisfying meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute the cremini mushrooms with white button mushrooms if desired.
  • For a lower fat version, use reduced-fat cottage cheese and cheddar cheese.
  • This recipe can be prepared a day ahead and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
  • To make the dish vegetarian-friendly, ensure all cheeses used are free from animal rennet.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to check if the center has reached about 160°F (71°C) for food safety.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

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