Extra Fluffy Protein Eggs (Printable Version)

Fluffy, protein-packed eggs enriched with creamy cottage cheese for a nutritious breakfast or brunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1/3 cup cottage cheese (full fat)
03 - 1 tablespoon milk or cream

→ Seasonings

04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ For Cooking

06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Optional Add-ins

07 - 1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
02 - Heat the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat until melted and lightly bubbling.
03 - Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Let it sit undisturbed for about 20 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula, sweeping from the edges to the center.
04 - Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are just set but still creamy and soft, about 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat immediately, transfer to plates, and garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The cottage cheese creates an airy texture that feels indulgent without any pretension or fuss.
  • At 18 grams of protein per serving, this keeps you satisfied well past mid-morning.
  • The whole thing takes 10 minutes from cold pan to plate, making it perfect for those mornings when you've overslept.
02 -
  • Cottage cheese can turn grainy if the heat gets too high, so resist the urge to turn that dial up to speed things along; medium-low is not a suggestion.
  • The eggs should still look slightly underdone when you pull them from the heat because they'll set up further on the plate, and creamy is always better than overworked.
03 -
  • If you're cooking for more than two people, make the recipe once per pair instead of doubling it; the timing stays perfect and you avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Cold cottage cheese mixes in smoothly and cools the egg mixture slightly, which makes the cooking process more forgiving and less likely to overcook.
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