Baked eggs are a simple yet delicious dish that can be easily prepared for a crowd, making them ideal for brunch or a special occasion breakfast. With endless variations and customizable toppings, baked eggs offer a versatile meal that can cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. Whether you prefer classic baked eggs with creamy cheese or indulgent versions topped with crispy bacon or sautéed vegetables, this article will guide you through the steps to create a flavorful and visually appealing baked egg dish that will impress your guests and make your gathering memorable.
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BAKED EGGS FOR A CROWD
The French long ago mastered eggs en cocotte -slightly coddled eggs baked at high heat with butter and cream, which thicken to a gravy as it cooks. There's no finer way to enjoy an egg. To pull this off for a crowd, a large casserole dish coated with butter and partly filled with heavy cream acts as a bath in which to gently cook the eggs. To dress them up, add smoked salmon, a handful of kale or spinach leaves, thinly sliced ham, halved cherry tomatoes or sliced, cooked mushrooms to the mix before you crack in the eggs. Really anything goes here, but keep the accoutrements light and let the eggs take center stage. Finish with flaky sea salt (those large crystals melt on your tongue in just the right way) and any fresh herb you love.
Provided by Sarah Copeland
Categories breakfast, brunch, weekday, casseroles, main course
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 500 degrees. Butter a shallow 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish (square or round). Pour cream in the prepared pan and sprinkle the cubed butter over the top. Add any cooked meat or vegetables, if using. Crack the eggs around the pan and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Bake until the whites are set and the yolks are still a bit runny, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, sprinkle with herbs and more flaky salt, and serve immediately, piping hot, with toasted bread or English muffins and shallow bowls. Drizzle the cream over the top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 543, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 556 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BUFFET-STYLE FLUFFY OVEN SCRAMBLED EGGS FOR A CROWD
This is the method that restaurants use to serve eggs for a buffet brunch --- for cheesy eggs mix in 1-1/2 cups shredded old cheddar cheese or you may sprinkle the cheese on top after removing from the oven --- 2-1/2 cups half and half cream and milk will produce ultra fluffy eggs, for a firmer texture reduce to 2 cups--- NOTE this recipe was tested using large eggs I cannot promise the same results using small or extra large eggs --- if you are serving these eggs at a buffet some side ideas would be salsa, green onions, cheddar cheese and soft buns :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees F (set oven rack to lowest position).
- Spray a 13 x 9-inch glass baking pan with cooking spray then pour the melted butter into the pan.
- In a bowl whisk eggs and salt until smooth and well blended.
- Gradually whisk in the half and half and milk; pour into the baking pan.
- Bake uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven then stir the eggs; return to oven and bake another 15-20 minutes or until the eggs are just set (to insure soft fluffy eggs do not overbake as the eggs will cook more after removing from the oven).
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.2, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 449.4, Sodium 489.8, Carbohydrate 3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 14.2
OVEN SCRAMBLED EGGS
These light and fluffy scrambled eggs are a snap to put together for a big crowd. I usually make 2 pans for our Christmas Brunch, and I never have much left over!
Provided by Erin
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs Scrambled Egg Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour melted butter into a glass 9x13 inch baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and salt until well blended. Gradually whisk in milk. Pour egg mixture into the baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 10 minutes, then stir, and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until eggs are set. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 396.4 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 651.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
SHEET-PAN BACON EGG SANDWICHES FOR A CROWD
This ingenious method allows you to fry your bacon and cook more than a dozen eggs right on a sheet pan in the oven, eliminating all that time standing in front of the stove.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 16 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the bacon pieces in a single layer on an 18-by-13-inch sheet pan and drizzle with vegetable oil. Bake until crisp and lightly browned, about 15 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove the pan from the oven but do not drain the fat or remove the bacon. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees.
- Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, half-and-half, scallions, 2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Redistribute the bacon evenly on the sheet pan, then pour the egg mixture over and top with tomatoes and cheese. Return the pan to the oven, being careful not to spill, and bake until the eggs are just set, about 25 minutes.
- Let the eggs cool 5 minutes before cutting. Meanwhile, warm the buns in the oven on a separate baking sheet. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the eggs into 16 even portions and place them between the bun halves. Serve the sandwiches with hot sauce on the side.
BAKED HAM, EGG AND CHEESE BREAKFAST SANDWICHES FOR A CROWD
The genius move behind these easy sandwiches is cooking enough scrambled eggs for twelve on a baking sheet; no stovetop required. Top with sliced cheese and sandwich between pillowy pull-apart rolls, then let the oven do the rest of the work for you!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 12 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Position a rack in the lower third of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Place two 2-foot-long pieces of nonstick aluminum foil next to each other so the long sides are just touching. Pinch the edges together and then fold them over several times to seal and form one large piece of foil. Line a rimmed baking sheet with the foil and set aside.
- Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk well. Add the scallions, 1 teaspoon salt and 2 tablespoons water and whisk to combine.
- Split the whole pack of attached dinner rolls in half horizontally using a serrated knife. Set aside.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the prepared baking sheet and place in the oven to melt, about 3 minutes. Spread the butter all over the foil with a pastry brush and then pour in the egg mixture. Place the attached roll halves cut-side down and side by side on top of the eggs and return to the oven. Bake until the eggs are completely set, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, butter another baking sheet with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Using heatproof mitts, top the rolls with this baking sheet and invert the whole thing. Remove the top baking sheet and peel back the foil. Top half the eggs with the cheese and the other half with the ham. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
- Using a large metal hamburger spatula, flip the bottom half of the rolls onto the other half, so the rolls are top-side up. Cut or pull the rolls apart. Serve with hot sauce.
INDIVIDUAL BAKED EGGS
A very easy idea with a minimum of fuss or muss for any number of people. Individual Baked Eggs surrounded by a strip of bacon, and topped with a square of cheese. These eggs take on a very pleasing flavor just by baking instead of cooking them in the more conventional manner. Great not having splatters all over, and being able to do 12 or more eggs at one time.
Provided by Spokes
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 30m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown, but still flexible. Wrap bacon slice around the inside of a muffin cup. Place a teaspoon of butter (or bacon grease) in the bottom of muffin cup. Drop in egg.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Place 1/4 slice of cheese over egg, and continue cooking until cheese is melted and egg is cooked.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 211.9 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 304.5 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
OVEN SCRAMBLED EGGS FOR A CROWD
Make and share this Oven Scrambled Eggs For A Crowd recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 100 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Divide butter among four 13 x 9 inch baking dishes.
- Combine eggs and salt; mix well.
- Gradually stir in milk.
- Pour evenly into baking dishes.
- Bake, uncovered at 350ºF for 10 minutes; stir.
- Bake 10-15 minutes more or until eggs are set.
- Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and color to your baked eggs. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, and spinach.
- If you are using a muffin tin, grease the cups lightly with cooking spray or butter to prevent the eggs from sticking.
- Bake the eggs until the whites are set and the yolks are still slightly runny. This will take about 15-20 minutes, depending on the size of the eggs and the oven temperature.
- Serve the baked eggs immediately with toast, roasted potatoes, or a salad.
- You can also add cooked meat, such as bacon, sausage, or ham, to your baked eggs.
- For a vegetarian option, try using tofu or tempeh instead of meat.
- If you are making a large batch of baked eggs, you can freeze them for later. Once the eggs are cooked, let them cool completely and then transfer them to an airtight container. Freeze the eggs for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Baked eggs are a delicious and easy breakfast, brunch, or lunch option. They are also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With so many different ways to make them, there is sure to be a baked egg recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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