Easy Broccoli Cottage Bake
Indulge in the comforting simplicity of this Easy Broccoli Cottage Bake, a wholesome casserole bursting with flavor and texture. Perfect for busy weeknights, this creamy dish combines tender broccoli florets with protein-packed cottage cheese, fluffy eggs, and a hint of shredded cheddar for gooey richness. A golden-brown topping of buttery panko breadcrumbs and melted cheese adds a delightful crunch, while garlic and onion powder bring subtle savory notes. Ready in just 50 minutes, this versatile bake is ideal as a hearty vegetarian main or a satisfying side dish for your favorite protein. With minimal prep and ingredients like cottage cheese and broccoli, this family-friendly recipe is a nutritious crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g broccoli florets
- 300 g cottage cheese
- 100 g shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 50 g panko breadcrumbs
- 30 g unsalted butter
- 50 ml milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish with olive oil.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Stir the cooked broccoli and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the cottage cheese mixture. Mix gently to coat the broccoli evenly.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and stir until they are golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs and the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the broccoli mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or a light vegetarian main.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.3 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 577 mg | 192% | |
| Sodium | 4270 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.6 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 84.8 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1252 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 456 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
