Cottage Cheese Quiche
Cottage cheese quiche is a delightful dish that combines a flaky crust with a creamy, savory filling. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this quiche is easy to make and versatile enough to impress any crowd. With layers of rich flavors and a beautiful golden top, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Enjoy this comforting slice any time of day!
- 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 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach (or ½ cup frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Gruyère)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Fit the pie crust into your pie dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and cottage cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in sautéed onions, spinach, and shredded cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 180mg