Description
Savory oven-baked cottage cheese eggs blend creamy textures with robust Mediterranean flavors in a single skillet. Morning comfort arrives with golden edges, herbs, and melted cheese that promise a delicious start for breakfast enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for greasing)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or chives (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary canvas by activating the oven to a toasty 375°F (190°C), ensuring a warm environment for the egg creation.
- Select a compact baking vessel or individual ceramic containers, delicately coating the interior surface with a thin layer of butter or cooking oil to prevent adherence.
- Craft the egg mixture by vigorously blending eggs with creamy cottage cheese, smooth milk, fragrant shredded cheese, aromatic seasonings of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and optional oregano until harmoniously integrated.
- Transfer the velvety egg concoction into the prepared baking receptacle, distributing evenly to guarantee uniform cooking and aesthetic appeal.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the eggs to transform and solidify for approximately 20-25 minutes, watching for a gentle golden hue developing across the surface.
- Extract the baked eggs from the oven, permitting a brief moment of cooling to stabilize the delicate texture.
- Elevate the dish’s presentation by adorning with vibrant fresh herbs, creamy avocado slices, or a tantalizing drizzle of zesty hot sauce according to personal preference.
- Serve immediately, savoring the luxurious, pillowy texture and rich, comforting flavors of this morning delicacy.
Notes
- Gently mix ingredients to avoid overmixing, which can make eggs tough and less fluffy.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like feta, cheddar, or goat cheese for unique flavor profiles.
- For a lower-fat version, use egg whites and low-fat cottage cheese, maintaining the creamy texture while reducing calories.
- Customize with add-ins like spinach, diced bell peppers, or crispy bacon to boost nutritional value and create exciting variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 306
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 359mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 372mg