Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk (any type)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
• 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, spinach, or mushrooms)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme, oregano, or basil) (optional)
• Cooking spray or butter for greasing the baking dish

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish (about 8×8 inches or similar size) with cooking spray or butter.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, shredded cheese, chopped vegetables, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried herbs. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
4. Pour into Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.
6. Cool Slightly: Allow the baked cottage cheese eggs to cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares or slices.
7. Serve: Enjoy warm as a breakfast dish, brunch option, or light dinner!