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HIGH PROTEIN COTTAGE CHEESE breakfast with eggs turkey sausage spinach and melted cheese
Thomas Baker

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Ideas

Discover a flavorful breakfast casserole that's easy and healthy to make! This high protein cottage cheese recipe combines turkey sausage, eggs, and mozzarella to create a breakfast ideas healthy casserole perfect for meal prep. Enjoy a protein-packed, flavorful breakfast casserole that's sure to start your day right.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 pound turkey sausage, crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk the Eggs: In a large bowl, whisk eggs. Add cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth.
  3. Mix in the Fillings: Stir in crumbled turkey sausage, shredded mozzarella, and chopped spinach.
  4. Bake the Casserole: Pour mixture into prepared dish. Bake 35–40 minutes, until center is set and top golden.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let cool 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Customize with different cheeses, sausages, or extra veggies. Great for meal prep—refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.