Brekkie Bake For Dinner (Printable)
Hearty baked casserole with eggs, bacon, potatoes, cheese and vegetables, perfect for a comforting dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 8 large eggs
02 - 7 oz bacon, diced
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Vegetables
04 - 2 cups potatoes, diced small
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
07 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach, chopped
→ Dairy
08 - 1 cup whole milk
→ Other
09 - 2 slices bread, cubed (optional)
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
13 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
14 - 2 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced potatoes for 5–7 minutes until starting to soften. Add onion and bell pepper; cook for another 3 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, cook diced bacon until crisp, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until fully combined and smooth.
05 - Spread sautéed vegetables, cooked bacon, and bread cubes (if using) evenly in the prepared baking dish. Top with half the shredded cheese.
06 - Pour egg mixture evenly over the filling, ensuring it distributes throughout. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
07 - Bake for 35–40 minutes until eggs are completely set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
08 - Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before cutting. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley and serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pan so you can focus on your people while the oven does the work
- Leftovers reheat beautifully for a grab and go breakfast the next morning
02 -
- Sautéing the vegetables first is non negotiable, raw potatoes and onions will never cook through properly in the oven
- The rest time is actually when the eggs finish setting, slicing too soon makes the center slightly runny
03 -
- Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded which has anti caking agents that prevent proper melting
- Use a glass baking dish if you have one so you can see exactly when the bottom is set