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Sweet Potato Egg Casserole

Sweet Potato Egg Casserole: Your New Breakfast Comfort!

A nutritious Sweet Potato Egg Casserole perfect for busy mornings and customizable for various tastes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Diced, can swap with regular potatoes or butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin yields the best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on dietary restrictions
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can enhance flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Can use yellow, white, or red
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Any color works; adjust to personal taste
  • 8 large Eggs Main protein source
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy options can be used
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can replace with any desired cheese
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sweet Potato Egg Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
  3. Spread seasoned sweet potatoes in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Whisk together eggs and milk in a separate bowl until smooth.
  5. Stir sautéed onions and bell peppers into the egg mixture, along with half of the cheddar cheese.
  6. Pour the egg and vegetable mixture evenly over the sweet potatoes after the initial bake.
  7. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, cut sweet potatoes into uniform cubes and adjust baking time as necessary.

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