Broccoli Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Name: Broccoli Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh broccoli florets; 24 large eggs; 5 tablespoons butter, divided; 1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham; 2 green onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups 2% milk; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2-1/4 cups soft bread crumbs; 1/4 cup butter, melted

Servings: persons

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
24 large eggs
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2-1/4 cups soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted

1
In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place broccoli in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2
In a large bowl, whisk eggs until blended; set aside. In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms, ham and green onions; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Pour in eggs; cook and stir until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains.
3
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese, salt and pepper until cheese is melted.
4
Add cheese sauce to egg mixture; gently stir in broccoli. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
5
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. In a small bowl, mix bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, 24 large eggs, 5 tablespoons butter, divided, 1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Breakfast Casserole falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli Breakfast Casserole

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