Cottage Cheese Quiche
Cottage cheese quiche is a delightful dish that combines a flaky crust with a creamy, flavorful filling. This versatile recipe is perfect for brunch or any gathering, offering rich flavors and protein-packed goodness. Customize it with seasonal vegetables or herbs to make it your own. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-make quiche that’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 slices 1x
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup large-curd cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach (or ½ cup frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, sautéed
- ½ cup whole milk (or heavy cream)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and pre-bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, milk or cream, salt, and pepper until smooth. Fold in the sautéed onions and spinach.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and pour the mixture into the pre-baked crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Allow the quiche to cool slightly before slicing; serve warm garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 140mg