Creating your Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is easy if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
3. Whisk Eggs: In a large bowl, crack and whisk the six large eggs until well blended.
4. Add Cottage Cheese: Stir in the cottage cheese, mixing until evenly combined with the eggs.
5. Incorporate Cheese: Mix in the shredded cheese of your choice.
6. Add Vegetables: Fold in the chopped vegetables gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
7. Season: Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the egg mixture. Stir to combine.
8. Pour into Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
9. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the egg is set and the top is lightly golden.
10. Cool and Slice: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares.
11. Garnish: For added flavor, sprinkle fresh herbs on top if desired, such as parsley or chives.

Following these steps will lead you to a delightful Cottage Cheese Egg Bake that everyone will love!