Pesto Cottage Cheese Eggs (Printable Version)

Fluffy eggs combined with basil pesto and creamy cottage cheese for a flavorful, protein-rich start to your day.

# Components:

→ Eggs

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tbsp milk or cream (optional)

→ Dairy

03 - 1/2 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)

→ Herbs & Pesto

04 - 2 tbsp basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)

→ Seasonings

05 - 1/4 tsp salt
06 - 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - Fresh basil leaves
08 - Extra basil pesto
09 - Grated Parmesan cheese
10 - Crusty bread or toast, for serving

# Method Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream if using, salt, and pepper until fully blended.
02 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add the basil pesto and warm gently for 30 seconds to release aroma.
03 - Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Let it sit undisturbed for 10 to 15 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula, pushing eggs from edges toward the center.
04 - As eggs begin to set but remain creamy, fold in the cottage cheese and continue gently folding until eggs are softly scrambled and cheese is warmed through.
05 - Take the skillet off the heat immediately to prevent overcooking.
06 - Serve the eggs hot, garnished with extra pesto, fresh basil leaves, and grated Parmesan. Accompany with crusty bread or toast if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The cottage cheese melts into pockets of creamy tanginess that elevate basic scrambled eggs into something restaurant-worthy
  • Basil pesto brings such a punch of fresh flavor that you dont need much else to feel satisfied
  • Protein-packed breakfast that keeps you full for hours without feeling heavy or sluggish
02 -
  • Low and slow heat is non-negotiable—high heat makes eggs rubbery and separates the cottage cheese strangely
  • Wait until the eggs are beginning to set before adding cottage cheese, or you'll end up with a watery mess
  • The pesto goes into the pan first, not whisked into the eggs, for the best flavor distribution
03 -
  • Use a nonstick skillet in good condition—cottage cheese can stick to worn pans and create frustrating cleanup
  • Room temperature eggs cook more evenly, so take them out of the fridge ten minutes before you start
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