California Seafood Make Ahead Brunch Bake Recipe

Name: California Seafood Make Ahead Brunch Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 3 cups fresh sliced mushrooms; 1/3 cup green onion, sliced; 1/2 lb raw shrimp, shelled,deveined; 6 slices white bread; 3 tablespoons pesto sauce (store bought); 2 cups swiss cheese, shredded; 1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained well; 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained,quartered; 6 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
3 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
1/3 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 lb raw shrimp, shelled,deveined
6 slices white bread
3 tablespoons pesto sauce (store bought)
2 cups swiss cheese, shredded
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained well
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained,quartered
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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["Grease a 9x13"" casserole and set aside.", "melt butter and saute mushrooms and onions until tender, stirring frequently.", "Add shrimp and cook until pink, stirring often.", "SPread 3 slices of the bread with the pesto sauce, then top each with another bread slice, pressing together so thick stick.", "Cut pesto sandwiches into small cubes and layer half of them in the bottom of the baking dish.", "Sprinkle half of the cheese on top, then pour all of the mushrooms on top, then the crabmeat and the artichokes.", "Top with remaining bread cubes, then sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.", "Beat eggs, add milk, salt, and cayene pepper; beat well.", "Pour wet mixture over the bread mixture, covering evenly.", "You may need to poke some some parts of the bread to get them wet- you want everything to be moistened with the egg mixture.", "Cover and chill overnight (or at least 8 hours).", "Heat oven to 350 F, remove cover, and bake casserole for about 35-40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.", "Let rest 5 miutes before slicing to firm up and cool slightly.", "Cut into 12 squares."]

627

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 1 tablespoon butter, 3 cups fresh sliced mushrooms, 1/3 cup green onion, sliced, 1/2 lb raw shrimp, shelled,deveined, and more.

Yes, California Seafood Make Ahead Brunch Bake falls under the Seafood 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.

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California Seafood Make Ahead Brunch Bake

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