Description
A cozy, flavorful breakfast casserole made with fluffy eggs, sharp cheddar, and tender broccoli baked to perfection — simple, hearty, and ideal for any morning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli florets
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, finely diced (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for greasing pan)
- ½ cup cooked bacon or diced ham (optional)
- ½ cup chopped bell peppers or mushrooms (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or olive oil.
- Blanch or steam the chopped broccoli for 2 minutes until slightly tender, then drain well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add broccoli, half of the cheese, and any optional add-ins, stirring to combine.
- Pour mixture into the prepared dish and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until center is set and edges are golden brown.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure broccoli is well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
- For a lighter version, use egg whites and low-fat cheese.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.