Cottage Cheese Quiche
Cottage cheese quiche is a delightful dish that brings warmth and flavor to any meal. With its creamy filling, fresh veggies, and flaky crust, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. This easy-to-make recipe allows for customization based on seasonal ingredients or leftovers, ensuring each bite is a celebration of taste. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this quiche is sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup large curd cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until smooth; then stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Fold in the sautéed veggies along with the fresh spinach.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese gently.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Let it cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 107g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 150mg