HEARTY EGG AND BREAD BAKE

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This hearty casserole is great for brunch or a main meal. Serve with a fruit or green salad for a simple yet delicious meal.

Provided by Egg Farmers of Ontario

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Egg Farmers of Ontario

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¼ cups diced pancetta
1 medium onion, diced
1 red pepper, seeded and diced
8 eggs
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground mustard
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 ½ cups milk
8 cups day old Italian bread cubes (3/4-inch/2cm)
2 cups shredded Italian blend cheeses
1 cup low-fat or regular ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Grease a 9 x 13 (3 L) baking dish.
  • In large non-stick skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until browned, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain. Add onion and red pepper to the drippings in same skillet and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until softened. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat eggs well with seasonings. Stir in milk.
  • Spread 1/2 of the bread cubes in baking dish. Layer with 1/2 each onion mixture, pancetta and shredded cheese. Top evenly with spoonfuls of ricotta cheese. Top with remaining bread cubes, onion mixture and pancetta. Pour egg mixture evenly over top; press bread cubes down lightly. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • When ready to serve, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into square to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 234 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 948.8 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Reuben
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their eggs.


charlie x
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I added some crumbled sausage to my egg and bread bake and it was amazing!


Zack Viau
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This was a great way to use up leftover bread. I had a loaf of sourdough that was about to go stale and this recipe saved it!


Teklemaryam Nibret
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I'm not a big fan of eggs, but I really enjoyed this dish. The bread and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the eggs.


Nsiah Poodoh
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Robert Ybarra
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover bread and eggs.


Robin islam Liton
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made it for a group of friends and everyone loved it.


iam angel Real
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add whatever you have on hand to make it your own.


GUDU GUDU
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I'm short on time. It's so easy to throw together and it always turns out great.


Junior Conejo
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


ngulube evans lameck
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their eggs.


Manu Abbasi
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I added some crumbled sausage to my egg and bread bake and it was amazing!


Deborah Meaders
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This was a great way to use up leftover bread. I had a loaf of sourdough that was about to go stale and this recipe saved it!


Moses Katindasa
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I'm not a huge fan of eggs, but I really enjoyed this dish. The bread and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the eggs.


Randy Keller
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a big success. Everyone loved it!


Desi Mohal
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The egg and bread were cooked evenly and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Bd fahan gamer
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This hearty egg and bread bake was a hit with my family! It was super easy to make and the results were delicious.