Cottage cheese: The secret to a creamier egg spread

Egg spread is a classic that tastes great and delivers valuable nutrients. This creamy treat is suitable for any time of day, from a hearty breakfast to a light dinner. There is one ingredient worth adding to the recipe to give the spread an ideal consistency and enrich its flavour. What is this ingredient, and how can you prepare the best egg spread? You'll find out everything in this article.

There's nothing simpler and more universal than egg spread. It's quick to prepare and exceptionally nutritious. With their high protein content and healthy fats, eggs are an excellent energy source, support the body's regeneration, and provide valuable vitamins such as D and B.

To make egg spread even more nutritious, it's worth enriching it with additional ingredients to enhance its taste and texture. Cottage cheese is one such ingredient that perfectly complements eggs while increasing the dish's nutritional value.

The secret to the creamy texture of egg spread is the addition of cottage cheese. This simple ingredient makes the spread creamier and more delicate. Moreover, it's a great option for those who want to reduce the amount of mayonnaise in their diet to watch their weight.

Ingredients needed to prepare egg spread with cottage cheese:

                      
• 8 hard-boiled eggs,
• 85 grams (about 3 ounces) of low-fat or semi-fat cottage cheese,
• 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise,
• 1 teaspoon of mustard,
• 1 bunch of fresh chives,
• Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

1. Peel the hard-boiled eggs and place them in a large bowl. Mash them with a fork into small pieces.
2. Add the cottage cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard, then mix the ingredients to achieve a uniform consistency.
3. Chop the chives and add them to the spread. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix thoroughly again.
4. You can garnish the finished spread with some chives you set aside before mixing.

You can modify the basic recipe for egg spread with cottage cheese by adding various ingredients and spices. Here are a few suggestions:

• Vegetables: Cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, and fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or basil work perfectly here.
• Other additions: You can experiment by adding tuna, smoked salmon, olives, capers, or even grated cheese.
• Spices: In addition to salt and pepper, you can add ingredients like garlic, paprika powder, curry, nutmeg, or allspice to the egg spread.