Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake (Print-Friendly Version)

Creamy cottage cheese blended with eggs, mixed vegetables and melted cheddar for a protein-rich, satisfying baked dish.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups cottage cheese
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, or preferred blend)

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1 tsp onion powder
07 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Oils

08 - 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with olive oil.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until smooth and well combined.
03 - Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the dish is set.
06 - Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares and serving.

# Additional Tips:

01 - You can use fresh vegetables instead of frozen if you prefer, but be sure to cook them first to remove excess moisture.
02 - For a creamier texture, you can stir in a bit of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
03 - This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and makes great leftovers.