Savory Goat Cheese Breakfast Casserole
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This Goat Cheese Breakfast Casserole is loaded with eggs, mushrooms, peppers, peas, and plenty of creamy, tangy cheese.
Packed with colorful vegetables and three different cheeses, this hearty breakfast casserole is a great option for a weekend brunch or relaxed family breakfast. Everything bakes together in one dish, making it particularly handy when you’re feeding a crowd.
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Why You’ll Love This Goat Cheese Breakfast Casserole Recipe
- Packed with veggies: Mushrooms, peppers, onions, and peas add plenty of color, flavor, and texture.
- Three kinds of cheese: Tangy goat cheese combines with creamy cottage cheese and melted mozzarella.
- Great for brunch: This substantial dish is ideal for weekends, holidays, or when you’re feeding several people.
- Simple oven-baked meal: Once everything is prepared, the casserole goes into the oven until golden and set.
- No pastry or bread needed: The egg-based filling is the star of this savory breakfast bake.
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Pair This Goat Cheese Breakfast Casserole With…
Serve this breakfast casserole as part of a leisurely brunch with fresh, lighter dishes and your favorite morning drinks.
How Do I Make Breakfast Casserole with Goat Cheese?
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Goat Cheese Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 12 ounces mushrooms chopped
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 12 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup cottage cheese or sour cream
- 5 ounces goat cheese crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- Cooking spray or additional olive oil for greasing
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C/Gas 4. Spray a 9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish with cooking spray or lightly grease with olive oil.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and mushrooms. Season with salt and black pepper and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
- Stir the frozen peas into the vegetables, then remove the skillet from the heat.
- Place the eggs, milk, and cottage cheese in a large mixing bowl and whisk until combined. Stir in the crumbled goat cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked vegetable mixture to the egg mixture and stir until evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Allow the breakfast casserole to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Tips
- Cook the mushrooms and peppers until softened and lightly browned before adding them to the casserole for the best flavor and texture.
- There’s no need to thaw the frozen peas before adding them to the skillet.
- The casserole is ready when the center is set and no longer appears wet or jiggly.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes after baking to make it easier to slice and serve.
Substitutions
- You can use sour cream instead of cottage cheese.
Leftovers
- Let leftovers cool before transferring them to an airtight container and refrigerating.
- Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm them in the oven until piping hot throughout.
Freezing
- Allow the cooked casserole to cool completely before freezing.
- Cut into individual portions and place in freezer-safe airtight containers for convenient reheating.
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat thoroughly until piping hot throughout.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
Brunch Is Served!
With fluffy eggs, colorful vegetables, and plenty of creamy cheese, this savory casserole makes a satisfying centerpiece for breakfast or brunch. Slice it into generous portions and enjoy!
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