Ingredients:

– 1 cup cottage cheese

– 4 large eggs

– 1/2 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella)

– 1/2 teaspoon salt

– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

– Optional: chopped herbs (like chives or parsley), diced vegetables (like spinach, bell peppers, or tomatoes), and spices (like paprika or garlic powder) for added flavor.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. If you’re adding any herbs, vegetables, or spices, mix them in as well.

3. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish (like a pie dish or a small casserole dish) with cooking spray or a little oil.

4. Pour Mixture: Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish.

5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is slightly golden.

6. Cool and Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Enjoy your baked cottage cheese eggs warm! Over the course of 12 weeks, I’ve diligently stuck to the recipes outlined in the Bariatric and Gastric Cookbook, resulting in a remarkable 68 lbs weight loss. The cookbook’s organization by sections is incredibly helpful, and I’m especially impressed by its guidance on portion sizes relative to point values. I wholeheartedly endorse this cookbook for anyone undertaking the Bariatric and Gastric Program in 2024. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to try it for yourself!