CHEESE & CRAB BRUNCH BAKE

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Who doesn't love a cheesy seafood casserole that can be pulled together in thirty minutes, popped in the fridge overnight, and ready for its baked up debut the next day? -Joyce Conway, Westerville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
6 English muffins, split
8 ounces lump crabmeat, drained
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
12 large eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet yellow pepper

Steps:

  • Spread mustard over bottom half of muffins. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with crab, lemon juice and zest. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Top with muffin tops; set aside., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, mayonnaise, salt, cayenne and pepper. Pour over muffins; sprinkle with Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, onions and peppers. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until set, 20-25 minutes longer. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. If desired, top with additional chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 28g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 286mg cholesterol, Sodium 844mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Ogunfeyimi Segun
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This recipe is a must-try for any cheese lover.


Jessica Bradley
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I'm going to try this recipe for my next brunch party. It looks amazing.


Helmi
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I'm definitely making this again. Thanks for sharing!


Brian Sankau
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've never had a cheese crab brunch bake this good.


Patrick Long
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Yum!


HedgehogBuilds
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Wow!


Learn English
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a crowd. I've already made it twice and it's always a hit.


Jarmin Powell
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I loved this dish. The crab flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the cheese and breadcrumb topping was delicious.


gabe moran
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were amazing. The cheese crab brunch bake was cooked to perfection, with a golden brown crust and a creamy, flavorful filling.


griffix
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy brunch. The ingredients are simple and affordable, and the dish comes together in no time.


Razzak khm
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The cheesy crab filling was perfectly complemented by the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Malik Aqeel
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This recipe was an absolute delight! The cheese and crab flavors blended perfectly, creating a rich and satisfying dish. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.