Description
Savor this fluffy breakfast casserole, bursting with cheesy goodness and fresh flavors. Perfect for brunch or gatherings, it’s a dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced turkey or chicken
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- 6 cups day-old bread cubes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cube the day-old bread and spread evenly in the prepared dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in cheese, diced turkey or chicken, and green onions until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to soak them.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use sturdy bread like sourdough for optimal texture.
- Mix cheeses or add vegetables like spinach for added flavor.
- Allow the casserole to rest before cutting to maintain its structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 220mg