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Protein-Packed Sausage and Veggie Egg Bake

A square slice of fluffy egg bake with sausage, red peppers, broccoli, and melted cheese on a white plate.
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Make this simple, fluffy egg bake casserole with sausage, cheese, and vegetables for a satisfying, high-protein breakfast or brunch. It is easy to prepare and great for meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (2% or full fat)
  • 1 cup milk (any type)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain off excess grease.
  3. Add the onion, bell pepper, and broccoli to the skillet with the sausage. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Spread the sausage and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined and slightly frothy. This creates the fluffy texture.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and vegetables in the baking dish.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the eggs are set in the center and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  10. Let the egg bake rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This recipe is excellent for meal planning.

Notes

  • For a low-carb egg bake, skip any hash brown additions and focus on high-protein fillings like sausage or ham.
  • If you are planning meals for the week, this casserole keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • This recipe is a good alternative to some meal delivery services for quick, home-cooked protein breakfasts.

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