zucchini breakfast casserole
Infused with basil and garlic, it's not just about the zucchini in this recipe! I took an omelette recipe and modified it to create a make ahead dish that is perfect for a breakfast or brunch.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
45 Min
method
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yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- - olive oil for sauteing
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced thin
- 1/2 bunch basil, fresh
- 8 - eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or cream (i prefer cream)
- pinch salt
- pinch pepper
- 1 - roma tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup diced cooked ham, optional
How To Make zucchini breakfast casserole
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Step 1Saute minced garlic in a bit of olive oil over medium heat in a non-stick saute pan.
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Step 2When the oil and garlic are heated, tear the basil and add it to the pan, along with the sliced zucchini. Cook until the zucchini is tender but not cooked through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Step 3Whisk eggs together with milk or cream in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
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Step 4Layer zucchini mixture in the bottom of a 8x8 square or round casserole dish. If you would like to add ham to your casserole, you may do so at this time.
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Step 5Pour egg mixture evenly over the top of zucchini mixture.
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Step 6Sprinkle parmesan evenly over top of casserole.
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Step 7Dice roma tomato and sprinkle evenly over the top of the egg/zucchini mixture.
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Step 8Cover and refrigerate overnight.
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Step 9In the morning, uncover and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
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Category:
Breakfast
Category:
Breakfast Casseroles
Category:
Eggs
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#Healthy
Diet:
Vegetarian
Keyword:
#zucchini
Keyword:
#Brunch
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