High Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bake with Sausage
A delicious and healthy egg bake packed with protein, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 whole red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 cup finely diced spinach
- 4 whole green onions, chopped
Protein
- 8 links breakfast turkey or chicken sausages, casing removed
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (1%)
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon flour (oat flour, whole wheat flour, etc.)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a square 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some hanging over the sides for easier removal.
- Heat some oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the peppers and spinach and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Evenly distribute in the bottom of the lined pan along with the green onions.
- In the same frying pan, cook the turkey sausage for 3-4 minutes until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Set aside.
- In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add the cheddar cheese and pulse a few times to distribute.
- Transfer the egg mixture to your prepared baking dish and sprinkle the top evenly with the cooked crumbled sausage. Carefully stir the mixture with a spoon to distribute the vegetables.
Baking
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set. Allow to cool for about 15-20 minutes, then slice into squares.
- Serve or store in the fridge for later.
Notes
This egg bake can be served warm or at room temperature. It pairs well with fresh fruit, a light salad, or avocado on the side. For a heartier meal, serve it with whole grain toast. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.