Creating your Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake can be easy if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
2. Prepare Veggies: Dice the zucchini, bell pepper, and chop the spinach. Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, diced vegetables, eggs, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
4. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
5. Pour Mixture: Transfer the cottage cheese and veggie mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
6. Add Topping: If you prefer a crunchy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly across the top of the bake.
7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
8. Check for Doneness: Use a toothpick or knife to insert into the center; it should come out clean.
9. Cool: Once baked, let it cool for five minutes before serving.

With these steps, you will effortlessly create a dish that is both nutritious and delicious.