What does cottage cheese do in baking?

Cottage cheese adds moisture, richness, and protein to baked dishes. It acts as a light, creamy binder without overpowering the flavor of other ingredients. When blended, it becomes an excellent low-fat substitute for cream-based sauces.

What vegetables go with cottage cheese?

Cottage cheese pairs well with spinach, zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, and broccoli. These veggies offer a great mix of textures and flavors that complement the cheese's subtle tang and creamy consistency.

Does cottage cheese melt when you bake it?

Cottage cheese doesn’t melt like mozzarella, but it softens beautifully in the oven. When blended before baking, it creates a smooth, cohesive texture that enhances the dish without becoming runny.

What is the cottage cheese baking hack?

The best hack is blending cottage cheese until smooth. This turns the curds into a creamy, spreadable base that behaves like ricotta or béchamel, making your bakes more consistent and delicious.

Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake: A Creamy, Healthy Favorite for Any Night

Description

This Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a protein-packed, veggie-loaded breakfast that’s as easy as it is delicious! Made with fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, it’s the perfect make-ahead dish for feeding a crowd or fueling your week.

Ingredients

Scale

12 eggs
1½ cups cottage cheese
8 oz mushrooms sliced
1½ cups bell peppers diced
4 green onions diced
1 Tbsp butter
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
While the oven is preheating, sauté the mushrooms and bell peppers in the butter, salt and pepper. If you are using meat, you will want to cook it at this time as well.
Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk until combined.
Add cottage cheese and sautéed veggies. Stir to combine.
Mix in green onions and season with salt and pepper.
Spray a 9×13 pan with olive oil and pour in the egg and veggie mixture.
Bake at 375 for 40 – 45 minutes. If the eggs start getting brown on the top, cover with aluminum foil and continue cooking.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Keywords: breakfast, cottage cheese, cottage cheese and veggie egg bake, egg bake, eggs, roasted veggie and hummus panini, vegetables

Prep Time: 10minutes mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Category: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 98 kcal
Sugar: 1.4 g
Sodium: 115 mg
Fat: 8.1 g
Saturated Fat: 4.7 g
Fiber: 0.7 g
Protein: 4.7 g
Cholesterol: 42 mg