Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Casserole
If you’re looking for a high-protein breakfast that’s easy to make and full of flavor, this Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Casserole is the perfect dish. It’s packed with protein from eggs, cottage cheese, and breakfast sausage, making it a nutritious and satisfying way to start your day.
Servings: 6
Calories: 395kcal
Equipment
- large skillet
- Cutting board and knife
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Baking dish (9x13-inch)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing the dish
Ingredients
- 5 breakfast sausages
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 10 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it into small crumbles as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Spread the sausage mixture evenly in the dish.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and vegetables.
- Evenly distribute the cherry tomatoes on top.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over everything.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Storage and Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Wrap portions individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 384mg | Sodium: 1451mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1606IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 354mg | Iron: 3mg
