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Bacon, Egg & Cheese Casserole

Cultural Context

The Bacon, Egg & Cheese Casserole is a beloved American breakfast dish, often served during family gatherings and holidays. It combines classic breakfast ingredients into a hearty, comforting meal that can be prepared ahead of time. This dish has gained popularity for its convenience and versatility, with many variations incorporating different meats, cheeses, and vegetables.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
250 grams Italian pork sausage
2 small zucchinis
3 eggs
1.5 cups ricotta cheese
0.5 cup milk
0.33 cup all-purpose flour
0.5 teaspoon baking soda
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon onion powder
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still providing flavor.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork sausage can be more affordable.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk is lower in calories, while the water + cornstarch mix is budget-friendly.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber, while white bread is often less expensive.

1

Brown 250 grams of Italian pork sausage in a skillet and let cool.

2

Slice 2 small zucchinis into thin half moons and spread over the browned meat in the casserole dish.

3

In a bowl, combine 3 eggs, 1.5 cups ricotta cheese, and 0.5 cup milk to create a creamy egg mixture.

4

Add 0.33 cup all-purpose flour, 0.5 teaspoon baking soda, 0.5 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon onion powder, 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper to the egg mixture and mix well.

5

Pour the creamy mixture over the meat and vegetables in the casserole dish.

6

Sprinkle 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese on top.

7

Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 35 minutes or until the mixture is completely set in the center.

8

Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes before cutting into pieces.

Cooking Techniques

cookingbaking

Equipment Needed

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Breakfast CasseroleEgg Casserole

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