A breakfast casserole is a dish that is typically made by layering ingredients such as bread, eggs, cheese, and breakfast meats in a baking dish and baking them until the eggs are set and the casserole is cooked through. The ingredients can be varied to suit personal preference, and the casserole can be served hot or cold. It is a popular dish for breakfast or brunch, and it can also be made in advance and reheated later. Here is a simple recipe for a breakfast casserole:
Ingredients:
- 8 slices of bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup diced cooked bacon, ham, or sausage
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced onions (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place the bread cubes in the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together. Pour the mixture over the bread cubes.
- Sprinkle the cheese, bacon, bell pepper, and onions (if using) over the top of the casserole. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the casserole is golden brown on top.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Note: This recipe can be easily adapted to suit your tastes and preferences. You can use any type of bread, cheese, or breakfast meat that you like, and you can also add other vegetables such as diced tomatoes or mushrooms. You can also make the casserole in advance and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake it. Simply increase the baking time to 45-50 minutes if the casserole is chilled.