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Cottage Cheese Quiche

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup cold butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 1/4 cup cold water (as needed)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh, chopped)
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/2 cup onion (diced)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (reduced-fat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine whole wheat flour and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly, resembling coarse crumbs.
  4. Gradually add cold water until the dough comes together nicely.
  5. Press this mixture into a pie dish, pricking the bottom with a fork.
  6. Pre-bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven.
  7. Whisk together cottage cheese and eggs in a large bowl until well combined.
  8. Stir in spinach, bell pepper, onion, shredded cheese, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  9. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the filling is set and lightly golden on top.
  11. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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