Description
A creamy, protein-packed breakfast with fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and nutrient-rich spinach. Perfect for meal prep, low-carb, and gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 large eggs
- ⅓ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tbsp butter (or olive oil)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 5×9-inch glass baking dish.
- Prepare the egg mixture: Whisk eggs, cottage cheese, parmesan, mozzarella, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Wilt the spinach: Heat butter in a skillet, add spinach, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain any excess moisture.
- Assemble & bake: Fold spinach into the egg mixture, pour into the greased dish, and bake for 25-30 minutes until set and golden.
- Cool & serve: Let the eggs rest for 5 minutes, then slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze portions for up to 2 months, separating slices with parchment paper.
- Reheat in the microwave (30-45 seconds) or oven (300°F for 10 minutes).
- Customize with mushrooms, onions, or your favorite cheese blend.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American