Three Cheese Italian Breakfast Casserole
Start your day with a slice of our Three Cheese Italian Breakfast Casserole, a flavorful dish that brings together three delicious cheeses and roasted red bell peppers for a breakfast experience like no other. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy weekday meal, serving as a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. With its creamy texture and savory notes, it’s a delightful way to add some Italian flair to your morning routine. Whether you’re enjoying it warm from the oven or reheated the next day, this casserole promises satisfying cheesy goodness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9 people 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 medium red bell peppers (roasted and diced)
- 9 large eggs
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 1/2 cups Medium Cheddar Cheese (grated)
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta
- 1 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated)
- 3 green onions (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with an electric mixer until doubled in volume (about 3 minutes).
- Add melted butter and sifted dry ingredients to the eggs; mix on low speed until combined.
- Fold in grated cheeses, diced roasted peppers, and chopped green onions.
- Pour into a buttered 8 x 8 casserole dish and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before cutting into squares and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 260mg