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Sausage & Zucchini Egg Bake

  • Author: Ann
  • Prep Time: 25 min
  • Cook Time: 50 min
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 min
  • Yield: 6 - 9 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Diabetic

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini  (lightly spooned into the cup)
  • 1/2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 – 5 cloves garlic, peeled & chopped
  • Trader Joe’s 21 Seasoning Salute or your favorite no-salt seasoning
  • About 4 oz. sausage (for vegetarian, use vegan sausage)
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1/2 of a medium onion, peeled & chopped
  • 5 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • About 2 Tablespoons fresh snipped herbs (I used basil, oregano, dill)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Robin Seasoning (or your favorite seasoned salt)
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 1 – 1 1/2 cups flavorful shredded cheese (I used spicy smoked gouda & sharp cheddar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Spray a 9x9x2 inch square baking pan (or pie pan) with cooking spray or brush with oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs all over the bottom of the pan. Set aside.
  2. Line a baking sheet with silicon baking mat and spread the zucchini out across it. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle the garlic and seasoning on top, then toss to mix. Set in the oven to roast for 15 minutes or so, until the zucchini is tender. Stir about half-way through to prevent the outer bits from getting browned. 
  3. While the zucchini is roasting, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, cutting it into small bits. Sprinkle half the sausage over the breadcrumbs. When the zucchini is done, spoon it over the sausage layer and reduce heat to 350 F.
  4. Put the chopped spinach in a bowl and microwave for 1 minute until wilted. Spoon the spinach over the zucchini. Sprinkle the onions over top.
  5. Then whir the eggs, cottage cheese, herbs, seasoning & pepper together in a mini food processor (or beat with a whisk or electric mixer).  Scoop up the eggs with a measuring cup and pour evenly all over the pan.
  6. Sprinkle the cheese on top and then the rest of the sausage. Bake at 350 F. for about 50 minutes or until the eggs are fully set in the middle. Let cool at least 10 minutes before diving in!

Notes

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Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 209
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 13 g

Keywords: Egg, Sausage, Cheese, Zucchini, Herbs, Diabetic, Heart Healthy, Cancer

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