Starting your day with a nutritious breakfast sets the tone for healthy eating habits and sustained energy levels. This Loaded Breakfast Bake is a perfect meal prep solution that combines protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates to keep you satisfied throughout the morning.
4 oven safe glass meal prep containers or an 8x8 pan
Ingredients
1/2lball-natural breakfast sausage
6slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
1cupchopped green onions
1/2cupshredded cheddar cheese
24tater tots***add more if you want, adjust the macros!
10largeeggs
1cuplow fat cottage cheese
Non-stick cooking spray
Let's Make It
1. Preheat the Oven:• Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cook the Meats:• In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.• Ensure the bacon is cooked to your desired crispness and crumbled into pieces.
3. Prepare the Egg Mixture:• In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Assemble the Bakes:• Lightly spray four individual meal prep containers or ramekins with non-stick cooking spray.• Evenly distribute the cooked sausage, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese among the containers.• Place 6 tater tots into each container.• Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture over the ingredients in each container, ensuring the solids are submerged.
5. Bake:• Arrange the containers on a baking sheet for easy handling.• Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tops are lightly golden.
6. Cool and Store:• Allow the bakes to cool slightly before sealing the containers.• Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheating Instructions:• When ready to enjoy, reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.