Crustless Spinach Quiche (Lowfat)

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 1/2 cups light cheddar cheese (6 oz.)
• 6 large egg whites
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup fat-free cottage cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. 1

   In a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil.

2. 2

   Add onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until translucent.

3. 3

   Add spinach and stir until moisture has evaporated, about 3 minutes longer.

4. 4

   Sprinkle cheese evenly in 9-inch pie plate coated with cooking spray.

5. 5

   Top with spinach mixture.

6. 6

   In medium bowl, whisk together egg whites, egg, cottage cheese, cayenne, salt and nutmeg.

7. 7

   Pour egg mixture evenly over spinach.

8. 8

   Bake at 375°F for 30 to 40 minutes or until set.

9. 9

   Let stand 5 minutes, then cut into wedges and serve.