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Cottage Cheese Egg and Sausage Frittata

Cottage Cheese Egg and Sausage Frittata
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A protein-packed, savory frittata featuring creamy cottage cheese, flavorful Italian chicken sausage, and fresh spinach. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this dish is easy to prepare and loaded with nutrients.

Ingredients

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  • Cooking spray
  • 1 link Italian chicken sausage (casings removed)
  • 8 large eggs
  • ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese (Good Culture recommended)
  • ½ cup grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup chopped baby spinach
  • ¾ tsp kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F and position the rack on the second-highest level. Lightly grease a 10-inch oven-safe skillet with cooking spray.
  2. Cook Sausage: Heat the skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 4 minutes, until browned and fully cooked.
  3. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, Pecorino Romano, spinach, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Combine & Set: Pour the egg mixture over the cooked sausage in the skillet. Let it cook on the stovetop for 1 minute, allowing the bottom to set slightly.
  5. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 16–18 minutes, or until the top is set and lightly golden.
  6. Cool & Serve: Let the frittata cool for about 5 minutes before sliding it out of the skillet onto a cutting board. Slice into four wedges and serve warm.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Pair with a fresh arugula salad or whole-grain toast for a complete meal. It also works well as a protein-rich snack on its own.

Tips & Tricks:

  • For a smoother texture, blend cottage cheese with eggs before mixing in other ingredients.
  • Avoid overbaking to keep the frittata soft and fluffy.

Storage & Reheating:

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat slices in the microwave for 1 minute or in an oven at 300°F for about 10 minutes until warmed through.
  • To freeze, wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and foil; freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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