Best 5 Cottage Cheese And Egg Custard Recipes
Cottage cheese and egg custard is a classic combination that can be enjoyed as a delicious breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you prefer a savory or sweet dish, there are countless variations to suit your taste. From simple baked custards to decadent soufflés, these recipes showcase the versatility of this dynamic duo. If you're looking for a protein-packed, satisfying meal, try a cottage cheese and egg custard casserole or quiche. For a lighter option, blend cottage cheese and eggs into a creamy soup or omelet. And for those with a sweet tooth, cottage cheese and egg custards can be transformed into custardy pies, cheesecakes, and even pancakes.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CREAMY COTTAGE CHEESE SCRAMBLED EGGS
A nice change from regular scrambled eggs. These eggs come out creamy and soft. Perfect with a slice of tomato and turkey bacon for a delicious and fast low-carb breakfast.
Provided by Kitchen Kitty
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs Scrambled Egg Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Pour beaten eggs into the skillet; let cook undisturbed until the bottom of the eggs begin to firm, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir cottage cheese and chives into eggs and season with black pepper. Cook and stir until eggs are nearly set, 3 to 4 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 391.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 295 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
FAST-AND-FABULOUS EGG AND COTTAGE CHEESE CASSEROLE
This is the easiest and best egg casserole I have tried so far. My sweet mother-in-law shared this recipe with me. I make 3 or 4 at the time and keep them in the freezer to take to gatherings, feed guests, or surprise kids. Green chilies make it pop!
Provided by OLGA HUNT
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prepare a 10x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Mix eggs, cottage cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, green chiles, butter, flour, bacon, and baking powder together in a large bowl; pour into prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking until a toothpick inserted into the center of the casserole comes out clean, about 30 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 274.1 mg, Fat 35.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 1129.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
COTTAGE CHEESE AND EGG CUSTARD
I found this in this month's Shape Magazine. This has the flavor of a cheese souffle, but it's much easier to make - and works for breakfast or dinner.
Provided by StrikingEyes00
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Place cottage cheese and eggs in a blender and run on medium speed for 1 minute or until fully combined.
- Add half of the cheddar cheese and blend for 10 seconds.
- Pour mixture into a bowl and fold in the remaining cheese and herbs or spinach (if using) with a spoon.
- Pour into four ramekins; place on cookie sheet and bake 40 to 45 minutes, until puffy and starting to brown.
- Serve warm in ramekins.
FRAU MOYER'S CHEESE CUSTARD PIE
Not terribly sweet but oh-so-comforting. The original recipe included directions for making your own curds. This recipe comes from the Pennsylvania Dutch chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947
Provided by Molly53
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Rinse cottage cheese and drain very well.
- Mash cottage cheese into a mixing bowl.
- Add cream, sugar, yolks of eggs, salt and butter; mix very well and add nutmeg.
- Beat egg whites to stiff peaks.
- Fold into cottage cheese mixture.
- Line a pie plate or pudding dish with the piecrust.
- Pour in the cheese custard.
- Bake at 450F for ten minutes, reduce heat to 350F and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 231.4, Sodium 609.5, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 10.4, Protein 15.3
BAKED EGG CUSTARD WITH CHEESE
This baked egg dish is great for lunch or dinner, since it's loaded with vegetables.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate (or four 10-ounce ramekins or custard cups) with butter; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir in vegetables, half the goat cheese, and scallions. Place pie plate (ramekins or custard cups) on a rimmed baking sheet; pour egg mixture into pie plate (or ladle into ramekins or cups). Sprinkle with remaining goat cheese. Bake until eggs are set and tops are golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes. Serve with Chopped Romaine Salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g
Tips:
- To ensure a smooth custard, blend the cottage cheese until it is completely smooth. You can use a blender or a food processor to do this.
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the richest flavor and texture.
- If you don't have any lemon zest, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice instead.
- Serve the custard warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Conclusion:
Cottage cheese and egg custard is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great source of protein and calcium, and it is also relatively low in calories. If you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, cottage cheese and egg custard is a great option.
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