cheesy asparagus bread casserole

7 Pinches
Deep In The Heart of, TX
Updated on Sep 20, 2017

A great brunch or breakfast dish.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake
yield 6

Ingredients

  • - nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup onion, minced
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 4 slices wheat bread (or white)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 3 - eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

How To Make cheesy asparagus bread casserole

  • Step 1
    Grease a 2 qt. rectangular baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Step 2
    Bend asparagus and snap off asparagus. Discard woody ends and cut the rest of the asparagus into 1-2 inch pieces - approx. 2 cups.
  • Step 3
    Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion for approx. 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the asparagus, curry powder and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes or until the onion and asparagus are tender.
  • Step 4
    Place bread slices in the bottom of dish making sure the entire bottom is covered. Layer the asparagus mixture over the bread slices. Then sprinkle with the cheddar cheese over the top.
  • Step 5
    In a bowl, combine milk, eggs, salt and pepper mixing well. Pour egg mixture over the cheese. Bake at 450 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the casserole rest 5-10 minutes before serving.

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