PHYLLO EGG BREAKFAST TORTA

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A lovely layered egg casserole features flaky phyllo, hearty sausage and colorful vegetables.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 3h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb bulk ground Italian pork sausage
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
6 eggs
1/2 teaspoon pepper
30 sheets frozen phyllo (filo) pastry (14x9 inch), thawed
3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (8 oz)
1 box (9 oz) frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove sausage to medium bowl. Reserve 1 tablespoon liquid in skillet. Reduce heat to medium. Add bell pepper and onion to skillet; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Remove from skillet; add to sausage in bowl.
  • In another medium bowl, beat eggs and pepper with wire whisk. Add to skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes or until eggs are set.
  • Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Unroll phyllo sheets; cover with plastic wrap and damp paper towel. Place 1 phyllo sheet in baking dish; brush with melted butter. Repeat 9 times.
  • Spread half of sausage mixture over phyllo. Layer and brush with butter 10 more phyllo sheets. Sprinkle evenly with cooked eggs, Swiss cheese, spinach and basil. Layer and brush with butter 5 more phyllo sheets.
  • Top with remaining sausage mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Layer and brush with butter remaining 5 phyllo sheets.
  • Cover tightly; refrigerate 2 to 24 hours. Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover; bake 45 to 55 minutes or until top is golden brown. If desired, garnish with additional chopped fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 255 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

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This recipe is a great way to start your day. The torta is packed with protein and it's a delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


saba jatti648
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I'm always looking for new and delicious breakfast recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The torta was flavorful and satisfying, and it was easy to make.


Azubiuke Azu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped bell peppers and mushrooms to my torta and it turned out great.


ALIUL AZIM
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I'm not a fan of eggs, but I loved this torta. The phyllo dough was crispy and the eggs were cooked perfectly.


Bakhat Ali
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tshepang Rantsieng
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I was skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The torta was delicious and it was a great way to use up some leftover eggs and phyllo dough.


Andrew Aguirre
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This torta is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get a healthy breakfast on the table. I love that I can customize it with my favorite fillings.


Kalkidan Adisu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish for brunch or lunch.


Maria Helena Lopes Pereira
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover phyllo dough. I had some leftover from another recipe and I was looking for a way to use it up. This torta was the perfect solution. It was easy to make and it turned out delicious.


Abubakarr Bangura
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I'm not a big fan of phyllo dough, but this recipe changed my mind. The dough was crispy and delicious, and the eggs were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


RAjan MagR
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This phyllo egg breakfast torta was a hit with my family! The flaky phyllo dough was the perfect complement to the fluffy eggs and flavorful fillings. I added some chopped spinach and crumbled feta cheese for an extra boost of flavor.