A light, savory crustless quiche packed with creamy cottage cheese, fresh spinach, sautéed vegetables, and melted cheddar. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a nutritious lunch, this recipe is easy to make, family-friendly, and full of flavor.
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Author: Sandra Myers
Ingredients
1tablespoonolive oil
1small oniondiced
½bell pepperdiced
2cupsfresh baby spinachchopped
1½cupscottage cheese
4large eggs
1cupshredded cheddar cheeseor ½ cheddar, ½ mozzarella
½cupmilk
½teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoonItalian seasoning
Salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook diced onion and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Add chopped spinach and cook 2–3 minutes until wilted. Season with ½ teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat to cool slightly.
Whisk 4 eggs, ½ cup milk, and 1½ cups cottage cheese in a bowl. Stir in 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Fold in 1 cup shredded cheddar (or mix of cheddar and mozzarella) and the sautéed vegetables until evenly combined.
Transfer mixture to the greased pie dish and spread evenly.
Bake 40–45 minutes at 350°F (175°C) until golden on top and set in the center. Test with a knife.
Let quiche cool 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.