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Baked Egg Casserole


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Description

This baked egg casserole is a delicious and nutritious dish perfect for breakfast or brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 12 eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • ½ cup yellow onion, diced (about ½ an onion)
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 6 cherry tomatoes, diced (about ½ cup)
  • ½ zucchini, diced or shredded (about ½ cup)
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan, divided
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt (more to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper (more to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prep a 9x13in baking dish by spraying it with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Add the yellow onion, spinach, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and half the parmesan cheese to the large mixing bowl with the egg mixture. Stir to combine.
  4. Add the egg mixture to the baking dish and top with the remainder of the parmesan cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-50 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is golden brown and barely jiggly. Bake time will vary depending on your oven.

Notes

  • This dish can be served hot or at room temperature.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables or meats to customize your casserole.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 350mg