Hey there, friends!
Get ready to dig into something delicious!
Today, I’m excited to share my cottage cheese hashbrown casserole recipe.
It’s warm, cheesy, and oh-so-comforting. Plus, it’s super simple to whip up.
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you need a cozy dish.
Trust me, you won’t want to miss this one! Let’s get cooking!
| Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 35-45 minutes |
| Total Time | 50-65 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon, chopped
- 1 diced onion
- 8 eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 4 cups thawed frozen hash browns
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (8 oz)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded swiss or gruyere cheese (6 oz)
- 2 cups small curd cottage cheese (16 oz, 4% or 1% fat)
- Chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray or butter and set it aside for later use.
Step 2: Cook the Bacon and Onions
In a large skillet, add diced bacon and cook over medium heat until it becomes crispy.
Once the bacon is crispy, add diced onions to the skillet and cook until they become translucent.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drain the bacon and onions on a paper towel to remove excess grease.
Step 3: Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce until well combined.
This will be the base for your casserole.
Step 4: Combine All Ingredients
Add the thawed hash browns, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese, cottage cheese, cooked bacon, and cooked onions to the egg mixture.
Mix all the ingredients together until they are evenly combined.
Step 5: Assemble and Bake the Casserole
Scoop the combined mixture into the prepared 9 x 13 baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the center of the casserole is set and no longer jiggly.
Step 6: Rest and Serve
Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
This will help it set and make it easier to cut.
If desired, top with snipped fresh chives before serving to add a fresh touch.
Enjoy your delicious casserole!
