Ingredients
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- 10–12 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, ham, or turkey sausage (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Cooking spray or silicone liners for muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until combined. Blend if a smoother texture is preferred.
- Fold in spinach, bell pepper, green onion, meat, cheese, and seasonings.
- Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until centers are set and tops are golden.
- Cool for 5 minutes before removing from tin. Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
For meal prep, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave with a damp paper towel or in a toaster oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 95mg