Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese (fresh, room temperature)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while preparing the filling.
- Sauté the finely chopped onion in a pan over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Optionally, add minced garlic for extra flavor.
- Mix together cottage cheese, sautéed onions, chopped spinach, eggs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the cheddar cheese in a large bowl until well combined.
- Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and pour the mixture into the dish, topping with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30-35 minutes, or until set and golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Customize with other vegetables or cheese types as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: quiche, crustless quiche, cottage cheese, spinach, brunch recipes