Description
Cottage cheese quiche is a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful masterpiece. With a flaky crust and a creamy, herb-infused filling, this versatile quiche is perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins, and watch as it becomes the star of your table. Whether hosting friends or treating yourself, this quiche promises to impress with its rich flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup whole-milk cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme or chives), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in a pie pan and prick the bottom with a fork.
- Sauté the onion in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add spinach, salt, pepper, and herbs; cook until spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, and cheddar cheese. Fold in the sautéed mixture until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set and golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 140mg