Description
A unique baked egg casserole featuring crushed crackers for a delightful crunch and creamy texture, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large Eggs
- 1 1/2 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Crackers (saltine or Ritz, crushed)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup Onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Bell pepper (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, crack the 6 eggs and whisk in 1 1/2 cups of milk until smooth.
- Add salt, black pepper, and 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; whisk to combine.
- Spread a layer of crushed crackers on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Layer chopped onions and bell peppers on top of the crackers.
- Pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Add another layer of crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a knife inserted comes out clean. Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy top if desired.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with vegetables or meats as desired. For a spicy kick, add jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 300mg