Easter Egg Hot Dish Recipe

Name: Easter Egg Hot Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 ½ cups sliced celery; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 1 ½ tablespoons flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes in tomato puree; ¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 2 large eggs (uncooked); 2 cups cooked rice; 6 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups sliced celery
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 ½ tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes in tomato puree
¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 large eggs (uncooked)
2 cups cooked rice
6 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350; coat a 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
2
In a large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add in celery, bell pepper, and onion.
3
Saute for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
4
Add in the flour and salt; stir until blended.
5
Stir in the tomatoes with their juices and Tabasco sauce; heat to boiling.
6
Decrease heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until thickened.
7
Remove from heat and stir in uncooked eggs.
8
Spread the cooked rice over the bottom of the casserole and top with chopped eggs.
9
Spread the vegetable mixture over the top.
10
Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, until thoroughly heated.
11
Top with cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 ½ cups sliced celery, 1 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Easter Egg Hot Dish falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easter Egg Hot Dish

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