Description
This Cottage Cheese Crustless Quiche is a simple, healthy dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Made without a traditional crust, it relies on protein-rich cottage cheese and eggs, combined with your favorite vegetables and optional cheese, to create a smooth, creamy, and satisfying quiche that is easy to prepare and bake.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk cottage cheese
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
- Up to 1 cup choice of vegetables and proteins (such as spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, ham, or bacon)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the quiche evenly.
- Prepare baking dish: Lightly spray a 9-inch baking dish with oil or non-stick spray to prevent the quiche from sticking and to make cleanup easier.
- Blend mixture: In a blender or food processor, combine the 6 eggs, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring a uniform texture for the quiche base.
- Add cheese and vegetables/proteins: Stir the optional 1/2 cup grated cheese and your choice of up to 1 cup vegetables and proteins into the blended mixture. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Pour and bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing into approximately 6 pieces. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can customize the quiche by adding your favorite vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers and proteins such as ham or bacon.
- Grated cheese is optional but adds extra flavor and richness.
- Ensure the quiche is fully set in the center before removing from the oven by gently shaking the baking dish.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free due to the absence of a traditional crust.
- For a lighter version, consider using low-fat cottage cheese and reduced-fat cheese.
