Egg Casserole
Ingredients
- 14 largeeggs
- 1 ccottage cheese
or ricotta cheese
- 1 tbspmelted butter
- up to 2 cups meats and/or vegetables
see note
- ⅝ cgrated cheddar cheese
or another cheese of your choice
- softened butter
for greasing the pan
- salt and pepper
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375° with a rack in the center of the oven. Generously grease a 9x13 baking dish with softened butter.
- 2
In a large bowl, use a whisk or immersion blender to combine the eggs, cottage cheese, melted butter, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. The mixture should be well combined. If some curds of cottage cheese remain, that's fine.
- 3
Sprinkle the meat, vegetables, and cheese evenly around the bottom of the greased baking dish. Note: I reserve some of the cheese to add to the top of the eggs near the end of cook time. Pour the egg mixture over the meat and vegetables.
- 4
Bake until the eggs are puffed and set, approximately 25-35 minutes. Beginning checking at 25 minutes*, then every few minutes until the center is no longer wet. A minute or two before you pull it from the oven, top with additional cheese. Serve immediately.
Egg Casserole
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About this Recipe
Looking for a breakfast that’s both effortless and impressive? This Egg Casserole is your ultimate solution, perfect for easing into busy mornings or delighting a hungry crowd at brunch.
What makes this recipe truly shine is its remarkable versatility and wonderfully fluffy texture. The inclusion of cottage cheese, or ricotta if you prefer, is the secret to achieving a light, tender bite that sets it apart from dense, heavy egg bakes. It’s a base that’s designed to be customized, letting your creativity run wild.
Prepare for a savory, satisfying breakfast experience that feels both comforting and special. This egg bake delivers a creamy, rich texture from the eggs and cheese, complemented by whatever delightful additions you choose to mix in. With just 130 calories per serving, it’s a wonderfully balanced and delicious start to your day that you’ll love.
One of the best features of this egg casserole is how easily it adapts to your tastes and pantry. Feel free to mix in up to 2 cups of your favorite cooked meats and/or vegetables. Diced ham, crumbled cooked sausage, sautéed bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms are all excellent choices. If you don't have cheddar, any melting cheese like Monterey Jack or Gruyere works beautifully. For a different creaminess, ricotta cheese can be swapped for cottage cheese.
This versatile casserole is ideal for weekend entertaining, holiday brunches, or simply making your weekday mornings smoother. Serve it warm straight from the oven for a comforting meal that always satisfies.