CHEESY CAULIFLOWER BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

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I love finding new ways to add veggies to my meals. This cauliflower breakfast casserole swaps in riced cauliflower for the usual hash browns to make it not only keto-friendly but also a real crowd-pleasing addition to the brunch rotation. -Robyn Warren, Lakeway, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound bacon strips, chopped
1 cup chopped sweet onion
1/2 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 large green pepper, chopped
9 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
4 cups frozen riced cauliflower, thawed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan. , Add onion and chopped peppers to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 6-8 minutes. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and ricotta. Stir in riced cauliflower, shredded cheeses, bacon, onion mixture, pepper and salt. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving., Freeze option: Cool baked casserole completely; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 194mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Fire Sileshi
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover cauliflower and broccoli, and this was a great way to use them up.


Birendra Ram
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I've tried several different breakfast casserole recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.


Sagor Rohman
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This casserole is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's a healthy and delicious way to start your day.


Mnaa Ayman
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I love that this casserole can be customized to your own taste. You can add or remove ingredients to make it your own.


Emmanuella Benedict
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This casserole is perfect for a crowd. It's easy to make and it can be served hot or cold.


XANDER BRIAN
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Robert Prewitt
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This casserole is a great way to start your day. It's filling and flavorful.


Chizoba Daniel
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I'm not a huge fan of breakfast casserole, but this one was surprisingly good. The cauliflower gives it a nice twist.


Ola Emmanuel
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!


Macramon Makatoa
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I made this casserole with broccoli instead of cauliflower. It turned out great!


Rashimie 256
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I had some leftover cauliflower from a previous recipe and this was a great way to use it up.


Derrick Ortega
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I love that this casserole can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy mornings when you don't have time to cook.


Yasser Ahmed
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This casserole is a great way to get your veggies in! The cauliflower is hidden in the casserole, so even picky eaters will enjoy it.


Cozmo Irfan
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I'm not a huge cauliflower fan, but this casserole was surprisingly good! The cheese and sausage really balance out the flavor of the cauliflower.


Hassenatu Fofana
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This casserole was easy to make and it turned out great! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Anako Anothando
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I made this casserole for a brunch party and it was a big hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and how well the cauliflower held its shape.


Sharon Marshall
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This casserole was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the cheesy cauliflower and the breakfast sausage. It was a great way to start the day.