Description
A delicious and easy overnight breakfast casserole that combines bread, eggs, cheese, and vegetables for a hearty morning meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole grain bread, cubed
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Layer the cubed bread evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the chopped spinach, diced bell pepper, and onion over the bread.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and vegetables, ensuring everything is well soaked.
- Top with shredded cheese, spreading it evenly across the casserole.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 2 hours to allow the bread to absorb the egg mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a meatier option, add cooked and crumbled sausage or bacon to the vegetable layer.
- Experiment with different vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or tomatoes for added flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 200mg