Healthy Egg Casserole (Egg Bake)
Ingredients
- 5 slices bacon
diced
- 1 cup onion
finely chopped
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 medium red bell pepper)
diced (about 1 cup
- 1 medium green bell pepper)
diced (about 1 cup
- 12 eggs
beaten
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- 2
Grease a 9x13” baking dish, set aside.
- 3
In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook diced bacon until it just starts becomes soft.
- 4
Add minced garlic and onion and cook until bacon begins to brown.
- 5
Add red pepper and green pepper, cover and cook for 5-10 minutes or until the veggies are soft and bacon is browned, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Remove from heat and let cool.
- 7
In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs.
- 8
Add sea salt and pepper and whisk to combine.
- 9
Add cooled bacon/veggie mixture to the beaten eggs and stir to combine.
- 10
Add cheese. Stir to combine.
- 11
Pour into prepared baking dish and spread the mixture evenly in the dish.
- 12
Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until top is set and slightly browned.
- 13
Cool for 5 minutes and serve warm.
Healthy Egg Casserole (Egg Bake)
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About this Recipe
Looking for a satisfying and flavorful start to your day that's also wholesome? This Healthy Egg Casserole, often called an Egg Bake, brings together all your favorite breakfast flavors in one convenient dish.
This recipe shines by combining savory diced bacon with vibrant red and green bell peppers, fragrant onion, and aromatic garlic, all baked into fluffy eggs with a touch of sharp cheddar. It’s an easy way to prepare a nutritious meal that feeds a crowd without sacrificing taste.
Prepare for a hearty and comforting breakfast experience. Each bite offers a delightful medley of tender, savory bacon, crisp-sweet bell peppers, and rich, melted cheddar cheese enveloped in a custardy egg base. It’s a robust dish that’s both flavorful and fulfilling, perfect for any morning.
Easily adapt this Healthy Egg Casserole to your taste. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the bacon and consider adding mushrooms or spinach. You can also experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Swiss, or swap bell peppers for other preferred vegetables such as zucchini or cherry tomatoes.
This versatile egg bake is ideal for a weekend family breakfast, a special brunch gathering, or as a convenient make-ahead option for busy weekdays. Serve it alongside fresh fruit for a complete meal.