FOUR-CHEESE BAKED EGGS

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When I created this dish I was thrilled that my husband enjoyed it so much. He normally prefers omelets for brunch, but devoured his first helping of these eggs, then asked for more. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
7 large eggs
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons minced chives or chopped green onions
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Beat ricotta and cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs, butter, salt and pepper; beat until blended. In another bowl, whisk flour with baking powder; add to egg mixture. Stir in Gruyere and chives. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan., Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 16g protein.