Cheesy Broccoli Bites

3 cups broccoli florets, steamed and blotted dry
2 T low-fat cottage cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 large egg whites
1/8 tsp salt
Pinch of black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried minced onion
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella, optional

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 450 deg. F.  Line a 12-cup muffin tin with silicone or foil muffin liners and spray with cooking spray.
2. Chop the broccoli florets into small pieces (no bigger than the size of a marble).
3. In a large bowl, add the broccoli, cottage cheese, parmesan, egg whites, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion.  Stir until everything is well combined.
4. Scoop two tablespoons of the broccoli mixture into each muffin tin and press down with your fingers.  Sprinkle each bite with mozzarella if desired.
5. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until lightly brown on top.  Remove from oven and enjoy warm.