Healthy Spinach Quiche with Cottage Cheese

This healthy spinach quiche is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The combination of fresh spinach, savory cottage cheese, and a flaky crust creates a mouthwatering dish that is both delicious and nutritious. It's a great way to incorporate more leafy greens into your diet while enjoying a comforting and filling meal. The quiche is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. Give this recipe a try and treat yourself to a flavorful and wholesome dish!

Ingredients

• 1 pie crust
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.
6. Remove the skillet from heat and let the spinach mixture cool for a few minutes.
7. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
8. Add the cooled spinach mixture to the bowl and mix well to combine.
9. Pour the spinach and cottage cheese mixture into the pie crust.
10. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown on top.
12. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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