🥘 Cheesy Vegetable Egg Bake (Breakfast Casserole)

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Set to 350°F / 175°C. Grease a 9×13-inch (or similar) baking dish.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   • If using vegetables, lightly sauté them until softened and drain excess liquid.
   • If using meat, cook and crumble it beforehand.
3. Whisk the Eggs:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Assemble:
   • Spread veggies and meat (if using) evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
   • Pour egg mixture on top.
   • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly.
5. Bake:
   • Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
6. Serve:
   • Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley or chives.

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Would you like me to adapt this into a make-ahead overnight version (so you can assemble it the night before and just bake it fresh in the morning)? That’s super handy for holidays or brunch gatherings.