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Cheesy Egg Bake

Cheesy Egg Bake: Your New Favorite Cozy Breakfast Dish

A comforting Cheesy Egg Bake that's fluffy and filled with creamy cheddar, ham, and veggies—a perfect make-ahead breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Mixture
  • 8 medium Eggs
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Cheese & Toppings
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to replace with your favorite cheese!
  • 1 tablespoon Butter For greasing the baking dish
For the Veggies & Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Diced Ham or Cooked Bacon Substitute with any cooked meat or leave it out for vegetarian option.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms
For Sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cheesy Egg Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, heat a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the diced onions, green bell peppers, and sliced mushrooms for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth and airy.
  5. Stir in the sautéed vegetables, diced ham or bacon, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the baked dish to cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing to maintain clean squares. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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